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Volume 13, Issue 20

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Update on thai driving license

Department of Land Transport office in Banglamung

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he director-general of the Department of Land Transport, Asdsathai Rattanadilok Na Phuket, recently invited the press to see the new procedures for applying for a Thai driving license. He pointed out that all first-time applicants, both Thai and foreign, must now achieve 90 percent correct answers in a touchscreen written test of 50 questions, chosen at random from a data bank of 1,000. The test covers safety matters on road use and is available in English or Thai. All 1,000

questions and answers are provided on the website www.dlt.go.th for study purposes, although some of the questions in English have clearly been set by nonnative speakers.

First-time applicants for a one-year driving license must possess valid passport and non-immigrant visa (original and photocopy), proof of address provided by the Immigration Bureau or foreign embassy or provided on current work permit, medical certificate less than one-month-old and international or

home country license (translated if not in English and certified by respective embassy). Those without such a license are required to take additional practical and study tests. All applicants must pass a short eyesight (color perception, peripheral vision, depth perception) and reflex examination as part of the whole application procedure. Asdsathai stressed that the new regulations were designed to achieve fewer accidents on the roads. The Continued on page 4

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News Pole threatened with gun

Police were summoned to a Jomtien beach condo after Krystian Siek, 33, complained he had been held up in a car parking area by an armed man wearing a helmet. After a brief struggle, the thief escaped on a motorbike with the Polish man’s shoulder bag; the victim was unharmed. Police said they were waiting for the condo owner to give them access to the CCTV footage.

Grocer smuggled in slot machine

A spy reported to police that Thitima Sae-soi, aged 44, had secretly placed a gambling slot machine in the back room of her grocery store located on Pattaya’s Soi 17. She admitted that a friend had given the machine to her a year ago but that she had forgotten all about it. She added that the machine was a waste of time because it had showed hardly any profit at all.

Arrest made for human trafficking Investigators from the Anti-Money Laundering Office arrested Damrongsak Rakyat after complaints that he had been trafficking young women for sex at a supper club. He was also charged with possessing 11 guns of various calibers and 977 bullets and cartridges. Following his arrest, police confiscated his nine account books, two credit cards, a title deed, a computer, two cars and some cash altogether totaling one million baht or thereabouts.

Russian arrested for alleged pedophilia Officers from the children’s welfare office obtained a warrant to arrest Anton Protas, a 42-year-old Russian, on sex charges against young boys under 15. At his apartment room in North Pattaya, police found two laptops, a portable hard disc, many flash drives and various dolls and toys. At another address used by the Russian, investigators discovered more material and a pile of condoms. Police said Protas had abused a large number of boys over a number of years and that they had collected many witness statements. Some of the boys said they had been punched or kicked to make them more compliant. The accused denied all the charges but was arrested anyway.

Civil defense volunteer nabbed

Police arrested Pongthep Naowaratijirawat at his Central Pattaya home where they found a stun gun, five radio communications sets, five guns, and bullets. Much of the equipment was unlicensed. The suspect justified the cache on the grounds he had once been a civil defense volunteer in the Banglamung district.

Black corpse found on Jomtien Beach

The body of an unidentified black man was found washed up on Jomtien Beach. A 70-year-old beach vendor noticed the man taking a swim earlier. Police said it was likely that the man had drowned either by accident or in a suicide. The corpse was sent for autopsy.

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News Tulip Group’s newest hotel Centara Grand Phratamnak setting a high standard for Pattaya TripAdvisor rates the newly opened hotel on Phratamnak Hill as one of Pattaya’s top hotels TripAdvisor is ranking Centara Grand Phratamnak Pattaya as number 5 out of 361 hotels in Pattaya, less than eight months after the five-star luxury hotel opened.

The TripAdvisor rating is 94 percent, based on reviews and starratings provided by guests who have stayed at the hotel posted to the international travel website, which is regarded as a benchmark for providing information to travelers.

Centara Grand Phratamnak Pattaya is located at Pattaya’s exclusive Phratamnak Hill district, and is only steps away from the beach.

The architectural style and the interior design of the property reflects the luxurious ambiance of the area, the hotel features an atrium with glass lifts to service the rooms and the rooftop swimming pool and signature Italian restaurant Ruffino.

The lobby has two large aquariums and is complemented with marble

flooring, crystal chandeliers, onyx tables and furniture from the premier Italian designer Casa Fendi.

The hotel’s style and location have also quickly led to it becoming a prime venue for high society and corporate events.

“Our team here is thrilled and honored that our hotel is so highly regarded by so many people within just a short time of the opening,” said Dominique Rongé, hotel general manager. “ Pa t t a y a i s a h i g h l y competitive destination in terms of hotels, and to achieve this level of rating reflects both on this

beautiful property and on the genuine warmth of our wonderful team here.”

The first phase of Centara Grand Phratamnak Pattaya opened last October. The second phase, which will include club rooms, suites, a meeting room, and a beach house with Spa Cenvaree, will open this quarter.

Tulip Group are owners and developers of luxury condominiums and hotels in Pattaya. Currently Tulip Group has five condominium projects and six upscale hotels under construction, working with local and international hotel operators such as Centara Hotels & Resorts, Accor, Golden Tulip Hotels and Red Sea Group.

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Update on thai driving license fee for the one-year license is 105 baht and a further 100 baht for the plastic smart card.

After the one-year license, applicants may apply for a full five-year permit. Required documents are the original one-year license, passport and copy showing current nonimmigrant visa, a new letter of address confirmation from the Immigration Bureau or embassy and a new medical certificate. The only tests required for these candidates are eyesight (color perception, peripheral vision, depth perception) and reflex. There are no further practical tests or written examination. The fee for five years is 505 baht and a further 100 baht for

the plastic smart card. The director-general emphasized that no third party can apply on a driver’s behalf and confirmed that life-time licenses are no longer being issued.

In reply to journalists’ questions, Kosin Weerananthanaphan, head of Department of Land Transport in Banglamung, said that if a Thai driving license has been expired for more than a year, applicants must again take the written test and, if more than three years, must begin the process again as for firsttime candidates. It was also confirmed that only Thais holding a Thai driving license may use it in other ASEAN

Kosin Weerananthanaphan, head of Department of Land Transport in Banglamung

countries. The discretion does not cover foreigners with a Thai license who are advised to obtain an international permit in Thailand or in their first country. A candidate failing any part of the driving test requirements may be invited to repeat it once at the discretion of the bureau.

All first-time applicants, both Thai and foreign, must now achieve 90 percent correct answers in a touchscreen written test of 50 questions, chosen at random from a data bank of 1,000.

TAT and Nat Geo launch “The Beach”

Thailand’s beaches were the focus of an hour-long documentary broadcast worldwide by National Geographic TV last month. The program marks the start of campaigns by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) to promote travel following recent political unrest.

Entitled “The Beach,” the TAT-supported documentary presented the story of Thailand’s beaches as depicted through the eyes of Ben Horton, a Nat Geo emerging explorer and professional photographer.

Horton travelled to Phra Nang, Ao Nang, Koh Phi Phi, Koh Phangan and Hua Hin, covering beaches along the coastlines of both the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, to capture

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their pristine beauty and record the experiences of foreigners and local Thais.

National Geographic estimates that the documentary was seen in over 245 million households across Europe, Asia and the Middle East. It will be shown 57 times overall, and TAT will distribute it in DVD format at international travel events.

TAT Governor Thawatchai Arunyik said, “Due to the political unrest in the first quarter of 2014, we had suspended all advertising in global media and replaced it with stepped up public relations and social media activities to boost visitor confidence. Now that the situation has stabilized, we are ready to resume our global campaigns.”

School hosts Wai Khru ceremony

Pattaya City School 11 hosted the Wai Khru ceremony, a historical tradition of paying respect to teachers before studying ancient subjects such as Muay Thai, martial arts and traditional Thai music and dance.

Teens help save the environment

19 Centara hotels win awards

Three hotels in Pattaya were among the 19 Centara properties awarded the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2014.

“We are delighted and proud to receive this certification for 19 of our properties,” said Thirayuth Chirathivat, chief executive officer of Centara Hotels & Resorts. “For such a very large number of our hotels to have been recognized in this way is a great tribute to the management and the team behind every property.”

The properties cited by TripAdvisor are in Thailand, the Maldives, and Vietnam. Local recipients include Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya; Centara Pattaya Hotel, and Nova Hotel & Spa Pattaya, Centara Boutique Collection.

Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya

The Juvenile Observation and Protection Centre of Chonburi organized a tree planting ceremony in Nokyang canal for 26 teenagers to show them the importance of green issues and the need to protect the country’s natural heritage.

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News Monks needed: Finnish ambassador visits Pattaya City inquire within

Buddhist temples in Thailand face a shortfall of nearly 100,000 monks. Helping to promote a campaign to attract novices, Pattaya Mayor Itthiphol Kunplome presided over a ceremony at Jittapawan College where 70 men had their hair cut in preparation for being ordained. Thailand is home to about 300,000 temples, 30,000 of which are abandoned and a further 8,000 are served by a solitary monk.

Finnish ambassador Abdellatif Moufakkir and his wife made a courtesy visit to Pattaya where a City Hall reception awaited them. The ambassador said some 160,000 Finns visit Pattaya annually—a high number considering that the population of Finland is about five million. City officials and the ambassador plan to work out a mutual cooperation pact for tourism.

Pattaya dishes out the Thai Food Festival The Thai Food Festival 2014 opens this weekend at Central Festival Pattaya Beach.

Vilaiwan Twichasri, deputy governor for Tourism Products and Business of TAT said, “Pattaya, with its ever-present blend of international visitors, has been chosen as the venue for this annual Thai Food Festival. The city is known for being a great place for tourists to come and have fun as well as for its range of fine dining and great Thai food options.”

The three day TAT event (July 4-6), now in its fifth year, will offer specialty dishes from 40 leading Thai restaurants prepared by chefs on-site. The aim is to create a real taste of Thailand.

This year’s theme is ‘Herbs and Spices… Thai Taste’ to reflect Thailand’s unique blends of fragrant herbs and spices.

The show will feature such treats as tom yam, somtam, tom kha kai, phat thai, and khanom chin.

Cooking demonstrations by three celebrity chefs—Oak, aka Christian Johann from Johann Bistro restaurant; Can, Thanaporn Makornwat from The Local by Oamthong Thai Cuisine; and Book, Boonsamith Pukkanasut, owner of the Book: Rad Na KhunThep and MC of the Foodwork. A host of entertainment

shows will be available throughout the three days including stage performances by a famous group from the Thailand’s Got Talent reality television series and others.

Visitors will also be able to take part in many fun competitions such as onion and garlic peeling competitions and blindfolded food guessing challenges. In addition, TAT will give away 3,000 free copies of a book about Thai herbs and spices.

Bangkok Airways and Centara award free holiday

Plernpis Kosolutasarn (third from right), Bangkok Airways director of tactical sales and promotions, and Philip Hall (third from left), corporate director of sales and marketing, Centara Hotels & Resorts, present a round-trip ticket Bangkok to Chiang Mai and a voucher for three nights’ stay at Khum Phaya Resort & Spa, Centara Boutique Collection, to Teerawoot Pureesatith (center), winner of the Fly and Stay Free campaign.

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News Editor’s birthday celebrated General calls peace

most important

Surasak Tumnanon, editor of the Siam Newspaper, held his 62nd birthday party at the Laan Kon Kan Eng seafood restaurant on Third Road. Guests of honor included Mayor Itthiphol Kunplome, Sansak Ngampichet, former member of the House of Representatives, and Chanyut Hengtrakul, former secretary to the minister of education.

Local labor shortage addressed Following the exodus of foreign workers caused by rumors about crackdowns on illegal migrants, the army has offered a solution.

Most illegal foreign workers on the Eastern Seaboard, including Pattaya, are Cambodians mostly laborers in a variety of industries. But 1,500 businesses have been asked to report their manpower needs to the Ministry of Labour so that replacements can be found.

Pravit Khiengpol, director general of the Department of Employment, said the exodus of around 100,000 Cambodians illustrated just how many businesses have relied on undocumented workers. He explained that the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO)

had not ordered a crackdown but wanted all workers regulated in order to protect their rights, adding that one-stop service centers would be established for the documentation process.

Authorities are also easing legal restrictions to allow workers who have overstayed their visas to continue working while efforts are made to speed up the nationality verification procedure.

Chonburi Employment Office head, Pichit Nilthongkham, said the Cambodian labor exodus had damaged many industries including agriculture, fishing, construction and tourism.

He added that, although the military had stated it had no crackdown policy, rumors had undermined the morale of many guest workers.

Ladyboys continue robbing tourists

In spite of efforts by the police to clamp down on thieving transvestites on Beach Road, incidents continue on a regular basis. On Soi 4, an Indian tourist was propositioned by two ladyboys who immediately reached into the man’s pocket and removed 27,000 baht and US $900 before fleeing on a motorbike. In a similar incident, an Iranian tourist was kissed by two

katoeys who relieved the man of 200,000 baht.

Police arrested more than 100 cross-dressers, but many others lurk on and around Beach Road. A spokesman noted that the problem of thieving ladyboys was made worse by the fact that the profits were often very large; he suggested that tourists should not wear expensive jewelry or carry large amounts of cash at night.

Man dumped—injured and unconscious

An injured construction worker was found unconscious opposite the Pattaya Tourist Police station. The Thai man, Anek, was rushed to Banglamung Hospital with a broken wrist and rib and injuries to his face. Police will question the man when he awakens. Meanwhile, they assume he was drunk and dumped on the roadside.

Chonburi Governor Komsan Eakachai, Pattaya Mayor Itthiphol Kunplome and other senior figures at City Hall discussed the economic prospects for the Eastern Seaboard. It was noted that lifting the curfew in Pattaya and the rest of the nation produced a turnaround in tourism, improving visitor numbers in recent days as was the intention of the ruling National Council for Peace and Order. Major General Nat Intharacharoen said that the most important thing now is for

the country to be at peace while economic and social reforms are undertaken.

Boat sinks on way to Hua Hin A small motorized craft sank in rough seas near Koh Phai on its journey from Pattaya to Hua Hin. Boat owner Prasit Pinyo, 77, and passenger Tim Bunditsatien, 61, were en route to get some repairs done when the engine room flooded and the boat capsized. The two men were in the water nearly 20 hours before a Navy rescue ship took them aboard.

Python snoozes at Makro

A python measuring four meters in length was found in the Makro parking lot asleep under a pickup. Saichon Masri, a customer at the cash and carry superstore, spotted the snake’s tail and reported it to a security guard who, in turn, arranged for an expert from Thappraya Center to deal with the reptile. The professional snake catcher sprayed the python with mosquito repellent, dazing it long enough to be transported to woodlands where it was released.

Thai teens sell pistol online

Police sent undercover operatives to buy a handgun that was advertised for sale on the internet. A young man and woman—19-year-old Jakkrapan and 18-year-old Sunisa--were arrested for selling a firearm without the necessary certificate.

Sunisa said she had stolen the gun from her father and gave it to her boyfriend to sell.

Tourist corpse washed up on beach The body of a 61-yearold Italian, Antonio Lardo, appeared on the northern end of Pattaya beach after being washed ashore by the tides. He was wearing a polo shirt and jeans and bore marks on his forehead which suggested a hard object had struck him. But police do not currently suspect foul play but believe he may have hit his head on a rock after entering the water. A local motorbike taxi driver said he had seen Lardo sitting on the beach earlier in the day and looking very miserable. A few days previously he had been sleeping in front of a 7-11 convenience store looking like a man without any financial resources. The body will be sent for autopsy but provisionally appears to have been a suicide case.

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News Pattaya grand sale begins

HORSESHOE POINT PATTAYA “SUMMER RANCH DAY ACTIVITIES”

The Pattaya grand sale kicked off at Central Festival Pattaya Beach and will run through the end of September. Campaign participants include Visa International, eastern region hotels and the Pattaya Business and Tourism Association.

Generous discounts are being offered by retailers, restaurants and tourist attractions to boost business during the slow season.

Come and join in the fun at our Summer Ranch Days at Horseshoe Point Pattaya. These fun days are created for children between 5yrs onwards who have either never ridden or have some riding experience. This programme is designed for children who may lack in confidence or have issues in areas of learning/strength/speech/motor skills all of which gain from the therapy given by equine activities. Our riding therapists have based the fun days on pony club games with learning and lots of fun. Care will be taken to keep your child safe in this happy environment.

Dates: Book now as limited spaces THB2,000 (cash only) per person 1 full day Monday’s July 7th/14th/21st/28th August 4th/11th/18th/25th Friday’s July 11th/18th/25th August 1st/8th/15th/22nd/29th

PROGRAMME OF ACTICTIVIES 10.00 am: Creative Games & Fun 11.00 am: Horse Riding (lesson consists of fun with cones/ trotting poles / races / spelling games / number games / obstacle races / relay races / treasure hunts) 12.00 noon: Lunch (each child must bring their own lunch to ensure dietary compliance) 13.00 pm: Art / Craft (To create an object to take home) 14.00 pm: Equestrian activities (feeding / washing the pony / grooming / farrier / leading-caring for your pony) 15.00 pm: Tour around Horseshoe Point (bus or golf cart/ Outside Activities (obstacle relay races / dressing up games / gardening / feeding the animals around HSP) Finish at 16.00

Thailand voted the Asian Destination with the Highest Client Satisfaction award The Asian Destination with the Highest Client Satisfaction Award for 2014 went to Thailand. The award, announced at a ceremony in Santa Monica, California, was presented to Thailand for the fourth consecutive year at the 2014 WAVE Awards hosted by Travel Age West Magazine, an American trade publication.

Thawatchai Arunyik, TAT Governor said, “This award helps reaffirm that Thailand’s hospitality and standard of services are on a par with and often exceed international expectations. And so this latest award is really meaningful for Thailand’s tourism industry.”

Other countries voted for in this award include China, Hong Kong, Japan and Singapore.

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE Contact Sandra Cooper 0868483684 Horseshoe Point Riding therapist

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Culture project heralded

Pattaya City School Number Two hosted a cultural performance including glass painting, fruit carving and drawing in order to illustrate the diversity of the arts to foreign and Thai visitors. The exhibition and demonstrations were held with the cooperation of City Hall and the Pattaya Cultural Council.

Fire drill at Central Festival Pattaya

Central Festival Pattaya Beach organized its annual fire drill for customers and staff with the practice scenario being a fire breaking out in a shop unit. The fire brigade was summoned in accordance with regulations and everyone was thanked for their cooperation in the practice emergency.

New project listed on CoAssets.com to make early redemption and pay crowdfunders this month CoAssets (www.coassets.com), Southeast Asia’s first real estate crowdfunding site, announced that Polaris Pte Ltd, a Singapore based opportunity provider listed on CoAssets, will be making an early redemption in July 2014 and paying crowdfunders the principal as well as proceeds from the opportunity.

“While we are starting to see interests in this area, there is still some way to go before real estate crowdfunding gains mainstream acceptance. Hence, we are continuously trying to demonstrate how crowdfunding can add value to the various stakeholders through such successful deals. Polaris listed the opportunity in July 2013 with a projected time horizon of three years. Although full repayment is due in July 2016, we are happy to share that they will be making full repayment to the funders after just one year,” said Getty Goh, CoAssets CEO. This was one of the pilot real estate crowdfunding projects administered by

CoAssets and the total amount raised was S$80,000 with individual contributions ranging from S$4,000 to more than S$20,000.

“In reality, we have more than S$20 million worth of assets in Singapore and we could have easily secured a credit facility with one of the banks to buy the overseas property. Nonetheless, we were intrigued by the whole crowdfunding idea and decided to give CoAssets a try.

While we will still go to banks for our major financing needs, we found that crowdfunding offers a less bureaucratic route to fund smaller amounts. More importantly, crowdfunding gives us the opportunity to meet like-minded individuals and the network is something we can tap on if we decide to undertake larger projects in future,” commented Ee Ni Goh, director of Polaris.

We are continuously looking at how to minimize users’ risks through robust legal and financial protections. All

these are presently work in progress and details of what such safeguards are will be announced in due course. However, if the response for EPIC 2014 [Expo for Property Investing and Crowdfunding] is anything to go by, we believe many people are excited at the potential crowdfunding holds. Hence, when the various user protections are eventually in place, we foresee that response towards CoAssets and real estate crowdfunding will be even greater,” Dr Seh added.

EPIC dates July 18 and 19 at the DBS Auditorium in Marina Bay Financial Centre. This event is supported by the Singapore Tourism Board and major sponsors include DBS Bank, iProperty. com, Wealth Migrate, Dennis Wee Group, and others. For more information go to www.coassets.com/epic.

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Porchland and Universal unite to build Zen City Porchland Group and Universal Group are united on a new project: Zen City Condominium. Chitsanucha Phakdeesaneha, Porchland group director, said his company needed a strong local partner so chose Universal as one of the leading developers in Pattaya. Universal is responsible for Seven Seas and Savanna Sands. Universal CEO Rajesh Punjabi called it “a great opportunity for us to be part of the venture so we can expand our market in Sriracha and soon we are looking at other places like Phuket to expand our partnership.” Porchland projects include Porchland Jomtien, The Blue Residence, La Santir, The Time, and others.

Zen City Condominium, on Sukhumvit Road Sriracha Ao Udom, will consist of two 15-storey buildings with 596 units and 17 commercial spaces. Construction is set to start early next year with completion planned for the end of 2016.

Siam@Siam Pattaya launches Weekend Fire Seafood & BBQ Siam@Siam Design Hotel Pattaya launches Weekend Fire Seafood and Barbecue Night at the Big Fish restaurant. The Friday and Saturday evening promotion features an array of meat and seafood along with appetizers and desserts. Fresh seafood on offer ranges from blue swimming crabs to tiger prawns, green shell mussel to squid--all complemented with tasty sauces. Lamb chops, skewers and other varieties are prepared by the chefs at the grill station.

Weekend Fire Seafood & Barbecue Night, from 6 to 10 p.m., is 555 baht net, and 799 baht net inclusive of free-flow wine.

For more information and reservations, call 038 930 6000 or email: info@siamatpattaya.com.

Zire Wongamat and Unixx South Pattaya on schedule Construction of Raimon Land’s two projects in Pattaya--Zire Wongamat and Unixx South Pattaya—is on schedule. Zire Wongamat, on 6 rai of exclusive North Pattaya beachfront property, is set for completion this quarter. The two residential towers (37 and 54 storeys) feature 480 seaview units, 90 percent of which have been sold. Available are 42 studios, 1- or 2-bedroom apartments, and duplex homes priced between 10 and 15 million baht. The Beach Club will be operated by The Glass House.

Unixx South Pattaya on Pratumnak Road also is progressing as scheduled, with the building now reaching level 14. The project comprises a single tower with two wings Construction at Unixx South Pattaya of 42 and 46 storeys featuring studios, 1- and 2-bedroom apartments priced from 2 to 5.8 million baht. Set on 7-rai of freehold property, the project is 60 percent sold. Construction is scheduled for completion in June 2016.

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North Pattaya Alliance’s destination campaign launch The official launch of North Pattaya Alliance’s destination campaign marks the largest-scale effort to date through which public and private entities have united to focus on destination awareness and reputation building of Pattaya as the premier venue in Asia for business events and Indian weddings.

Established in November 2012 by seven founding hotel partners namely Amari Pattaya, Cape Dara Resort, Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort, Dusit Thani Pattaya, Holiday Inn Pattaya, Pullman Pattaya Hotel G and The Zign, North Pattaya Alliance (NPA) aims to build a reputation for North Pattaya not only as a destination for upscale leisure visitors but also as a world-class destination for MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions) and the most desirable destination for Indian weddings in Thailand. More than one year on, NPA is strengthening its links with local stakeholders, government, and industry associations and reaching out to customers with a single voice in a campaign called “North Pattaya – more than you think.”

With strong support from Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau, Tourism Authority of Thailand and Pattaya City Hall, the alliance is planning agent familiarization trips and a collective presence at trade shows and local events.

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TV stars stay at Royal Cliff While filming Rak Ork Rit on location in Pattaya, series stars Krit Amornchailerk (Krit), Chotika Wongwilas (Noey) and Nittha Jirayungyurn stayed at the Royal Cliff Hotels Group.

TAT directors visit Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya

Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya welcomed the inspection group from Tourism Authority of Thailand led

by Santi Chudintra, executive director, Eastern Region, and Auttaphol Wannakij, Pattaya office director.

Amari Pattaya wins ice carving gold Amari Pattaya team members Sirawit Thangthong (third from the left) and Yuthapon Namwichai (third from the right) won the gold medal at the Team Ice Carving Competition at THAIFEX World of Food Asia in Bangkok. Second from right is Brendan Daly, hotel general manager.

Concert at Tara Pattana graduation

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A graduation ceremony for Reception and Year 6 classes at Tara Pattana International School was celebrated with a concert.

Tan Ichitan at Ravindra Beach Resort

Farnese wine dinner at Centara Grand Mirage

Passakorn Natee (Tan Ichitan), chairman and CEO of Ichitan Group, seen during his stay at Ravindra Beach Resort & Spa. In photo (right) is Jurairat Povibool, hotel resident manager.

Stenia Paparella, export manager of Farnese Group, was on hand for the wine dinner at Acqua Italian restaurant at Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya. The Farnese Vini is a winery in the Abruzzo region of Italy. Alberto Bruni (right), Acqua chef, created a five-course gourmet menu with exquisite pairings to complement the historic wines.

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Special treats for Redemptorist children

Cape Dara Resort Pattaya staff members seen here delivering sweets and baked goods to children at the Redemptorist Vocational School for People with Disabilities. The treats, prepared by the hotel’s Mellow Café and Radius Restaurant, were presented to the orphans during the foundation’s Love and Share event.

TTM+ party at Centra

Chris Bailey (center), senior vice president for sales and marketing at Centara Hotels & Resorts, and Asdang Sukwises (left), general manager of Centra Central Station Hotel Bangkok, hosted a party for Thailand Travel Mart Plus 2014 delegates at the hotel’s Chyna restaurant. Also in photo are Suvi Pitkanen (second from left), destination manager Phuket and Khao Lak, Anne Oksanen (second from right), Southeast Asia purchasing manager for TUI Travel Plc Northern Europe, and Jurairat Mongkolwongsiri (right), Centara group director of sales.

AustCham network at Amari Pattaya

AustCham Thailand organized a networking event at ICE Bar, Amari Pattaya, which had a great turnout from industries around Pattaya. Pictured from left are Jonathan Kenna, chargé d'affaires at the Australian Embassy; Renee Bowman, executive director of AustCham Thailand; Nicolas Duke, general manager of Air International Thailand, and Brendan Daly, general manager of Amari Pattaya.

Thailand Tourism Festival Terapan Chuaprasert (second from left), executive assistant manager, Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa, welcomes Vilaiwan Twichasri (third from left), TAT deputy governor for Tourism Products and Business, and his team to the resort’s exhibition at the annual Thailand Tourism Festival 2014 in Bangkok. They enjoyed refreshing, healthy Hydroponic juices made by Marriott’s Farm.

YWCA hosts running charity

The Chonburi YWCA and Pattaya City hosted a Walking and Running Charity for Women and Children 2014 to encourage local adults and children to lead healthier lives. Donations provided scholarships for needy students and temporary accommodation for female victims of abuse. The evening featured a performance by the Star Singers.

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“Eyes Wine Open” dinner at Elements

Elements Restaurant at Sheraton Pattaya Resort was the elegant venue for their most recent gastronomic wine dinner featuring wines from the house of Spanish vintners, Freixenet, and the contemporary cuisine of chef Jack Yoss, director of Culinary and Service.

The Catalan town of Sant Sadurni d’Anoia is the birthplace of Freixenet wines. Owned by the Sala family for over 150 years it was from here that Dolores Sala Vivé married Pedro Ferrer Bosch and the union proved to be the beginning of a successful enterprise. Shortly after, Freixenet, which was Pedro Ferrer´s nickname as the youngest son of the owners of La Freixeneda wine-growing estate, began to export sparkling wine, later to be denominated by their cava which has become the number one best selling cava in the world. Only wines produced in the traditional champenoise method may be labeled as cavas, those produced by other means can only be called “sparkling wines”.

So it was with a glass of the excellent Freixenet Cordon Negro in hand another memorable wine dinner at Sheraton Pattaya was

launched. We gathered for pre-dinner canapés on the terrace and delicious they truly were. Chef Jack had excelled himself, the selection was extraordinary: Iberico ham croquettes, foie gras parfait, gazpacho consommé, beef carpaccio with horseradish aioli, the list went on, constraint was definitely needed as a five-course Spanish themed feast was yet to come.

The dinner was being held at Sheraton’s Elements Restaurant which had been transformed into a Spanish bodega for the night bedecked as it was in the vibrant colors of the red and yellow flag. The procession of dishes commenced with an amuse-bouche featuring a favorite ingredient of ours, octopus. The pulpo had been precisely charred and was served with a garlicky Romesco sauce accompanied by crisped chorizo sausage. This classic sauce with its smoky/nutty flavor was further enhanced with paprika oil and the subtleness of the chili adding an unexpected kick to this

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opening course. A recipe with legs this one! The accompanying first pour was a Freixenet Mia Blanco 2012. This proved to be a delightful wine of a yellow straw color with sweet floral aromas and a general elegance which accompanied the pre-appetizer most charmingly.

The first course was named “ham & eggs” but this was no quotidian dish. The ham element was glazed

pork belly and the egg element was quail eggs. Presented on a bed of green lentils and Iberico ham the textural flavors and seasonings were top-notch and again made an ideal cohort to the now favorite Mia Blanco wine.

Surf & Turf was the segundo course. Here a tranche of snowfish had been laid over a piece of Wagyu beef cheek and served with saffron potatoes. For us, this dish should not only be given stars it should be given constellations! OMG it was ambrosial; the serving of the slow braised beef with the delicacy and sweetness of the snowfish was inspirational.

It was the culinary equal to an ole! moment. The complementary wine for this course was a Freixenet Mia Tinto 2012. Ruby red with an intense aroma of blackberries and blackcurrants, having been enriched by barrique tones of oak wood and pepper, it was a partnership made in heaven.

We then moved on to the third course which presented grilled honey glazed squab with a barley risotto and root vegetables in a chorizo vinaigrette. Again the gastro-pattern of flavors and seasonings were superb. The wine with this course, a Solar Viejo Crianza 2010, was such a treat. This robust wine made from the Tempranillo grape variety was a gem. With a full 14 percent alcohol content and notes of caramel and vanilla this was certainly the big shot of the evening. The squab got along splendidly with this well-structured red and seamlessly brought the curtain down on the quartet of savory courses.

We were not finished yet. Chef Jack still had some tricks up his sleeve in the dessert course and Freixenet wines had another treat to present. When the last plate of the evening hit the table it was a Kodak moment, an exercise in gastro artistry, the presentation

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(and content) being so artistically painted, it seemed a shame to spoil the configuration by tucking in.

Although the goat’s cheese panna cotta was the main event, its allied partners were also a choice act in their own right. Pineapple jam, black pepper honey, vanilla ice and even a jelly made from the paired wine, Freixenet Carta Nevada Semi Seco, the dish was a quick road to heaven and the goat’s cheese panna cotta sensational. The Carta Nevada was also an individual star. Bridging the gap between dry and sweet sparkling the taste was as dulcet and creamy as a smooth custard with just the right touch of acidity to keep it lively.

This wine dinner was sensational, the wines a revelation and the six-course pageant of dishes were awesome. This was chef Jack’s first wine dinner for Sheraton Pattaya and it was “muy fino”. All that remains is to say “gracias” to everyone who made this night such a resounding success and to tip our sombrero to the Freixenet wine makers and to the chefs who made this a night to remember.

Add both rums, lime juice, sugar and syrup to a shaker and fill with ice. Shake well and strain into a rocks glass with lime wedges, mint leaves and strawberry.

Garnish with strawberry and mint sprig. Serve with strawberries for extra refreshment.

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F&B Promotions Friday Dinner Buffet

Surf & Turf

at Oceana Restaurant, Centara Grand Phratamnak Pattaya

at Elements Restaurant, Sheraton Pattaya Resort

Are you happy it’s Friday? Then get together with friends and family and start the weekend with a glorious dinner buffet including fresh seafood, international cuisine from live stations, slow roasted prime rib carving, an international cheese selection and delectable desserts complemented with cold beers and selected sparkling, red and white wines.

Les DeShane enhances the evening with his live music and singing.

This promotion is available every first and third Friday of the month from 6:30 to 10 pm.

Buffet inclusive of non-alcoholic beverages is priced at 1700 baht net per person. Add a glass of Prosecco, freeflow selected wines and beers for 900 baht net per person.

The chefs at Elements restaurant take the classic pairing of meat and seafood and give it a modern twist highlighting new surprising tastes and textures from the land and sea. This out-of-thebox thinking results in new creations: Grilled Australian Tenderloin, Lobster & Pumpkin Hash, Red Wine Sauce: 950++ baht Sautéed Snow Fish, Braised Beef Cheek & Mushroom Ragout: 600++ baht Wok Fried Szechuan Lamb with Sea Scallops, Thai Kale & Shaoxing Wine: 450++ baht Tenderloin Carpaccio & Crispy Oysters, Horseradish Aioli: 425++ baht Crispy Pork Belly, Blue Crab & Apple Salad: 425++ baht The above rates are not inclusive of 10% service charge and 7% government tax.

For more information, please contact 038 306 337.

For more information, please call 038 259 888.

Eat & Play Menu

Free-flow beer with Churrascaria buffet

at Poolside Bar, A-One Hotel Pattaya A-One Hotel Pattaya offers Eat & Play menu for kids with 15 delicious items while they enjoy the hotel’s swimming pool: Golden Chickadees (crispy chicken nuggets served with French fries) for 150 baht, Banana Supreme Super Sundae (layers of banana with vanilla ice cream, strawberry sauce topped with whipped cream) for 140 baht, Fruit Shake (banana, pineapple or watermelon), and more.

Available every day at Poolside Bar (hotel beachfront) from 8 am to 5 pm.

For more information, call 038 259 555.

Simply irresistible macaroons at La Pâtisserie, The Okura Prestige Bangkok

at Zico’s Brazilian Grill & Bar Pattaya Zico’s Brazilian Grill & Bar, Pattaya’s only Brazilian Churrascaria restaurant, offers every Wednesday and Thursday free-flow beer for 2 hours with 15 skewers at only 999 baht per person (subject to 7% VAT). Enjoy succulent meat and fresh seafood on long skewers which gracefully pass through the tables and don’t miss the great selection at the salad bar. Also, enjoy the music of new spectacular guitarist Santos.

Zico’s Brazilian Grill & Bar is located at Central Festival Pattaya Beach.

For more information or table reservations, please contact 038 043 516 or email: zicospattaya@chr.co.th

A memorable Wine Tasting Night at Havana Bar, Holiday Inn Pattaya

Pastry chefs at The Okura Prestige Bangkok’s gourmet outlet La Pâtisserie have created 12 new flavors of macaroon: yuzu, passion fruit, cantaloupe, black sesame, coffee, chocolate, strawberry, apricot, pink peach, cassis, raspberry and vanilla. Priced individually at 40 baht + and available in rolls of four (140 baht +), eight (280 baht +) and nine (315 baht +). Available from 1-31 July 2014.

La Pâtisserie is located on the first floor of the Park Ventures Ecoplex and is easily accessible via BTS Phloen Chit station. Open weekdays from 7 am to 7 pm and Saturdays from 8 am to 4 pm.

All prices are subject to applicable government tax.

For more information, please call 02 687 9000 or email fb@ okurabangkok.com

Ice Cream Paradise at Panorama, Royal Cliff Beach Hotel

Holiday Inn Pattaya in partnership with the leading wine company, Wine Dee Dee, presents a memorable wine tasting night at Havana Bar, Holiday Inn Pattaya on Saturday, July 19, 2014 from 6:30 pm to 9 pm.

The most recognized wine tasting in Pattaya is back and this time with a wonderful selection of seven different kinds of wine from Australia, Chile and Italy matching with international cheeses and canapés created to complement the wines. Price at 990 baht net per person or 1,390 baht net per person including 1 bottle of premium wine to take home.

Don’t miss the chance to bring back your favorite wines at a special price on the night.

Reserve your seat at Havana Bar, call 038 725555 or email: juthamard.boo@holidayinn-pattaya.com

If you are craving for tasty and mouthwatering ice cream this month of July, look no more as Royal Cliff offers a delectable smooth and creamy selection that will surely enchant all ice cream lovers.

With delightful unique flavors that range from the classic Chocolate Ice Cream Cup to the exquisite taste of exotic Pina Colada, don’t miss this chance to indulge in the new array of tropical ice cream treats. Experience creamy indulgence with ice cream that is not only appealing in taste but also rich in flavor!

Benihana’s Special Birthday Party

For more information or reservations, please contact Guest Relations Department at 038 250 421 ext 2007/2037.

To book your table, please call 038 412 120 or e-mail: rojanee_pu@minor.com

at Benihana, Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa Birthday celebrations are full of delicious eastern “eatertainment” at Benihana Japanese Steakhouse.

Receive 15 percent discount on food and non-alcoholic beverage.

Available every day for lunch from 12 pm to 10:30 pm.

For food promotions please email press release at lifeandleisure@pattayatoday.net

g n i t s a T Wine ight N Experience a wonderful selection of wines from Wine Dee Dee Company matching with international cheeses and canapés created to complement the wines.

Price at THB 990 net/person or THB 1,390 net/person including 1 bottle of premium wine to take home.

Saturday 19th July 2014 from 6.30pm to 9.00pm.

Havana Bar, Holiday Inn Pattaya For reservation please call 038 725555

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De’ Papaya puts the ooh la la into Mimosa!

Up until a few weeks ago we had never visited Mimosa. You must have noticed it – it’s that extraordinary collection of multicolored vintage inspired European buildings set on Sukhumvit Road opposite Ambassador City. It has been described as a boutique-style shopping and entertainment mall with a diversity of restaurants and bars. It was opened in February 2013 since which the footfall has been considerable and our interest was tweaked. Having been invited to De’ Papaya restaurant, which is set inside Mimosa, our omission was about to be rectified.

Firstly, yes, there is an admission charge to gain entry but the owner of De’ Papaya told us that if you call him from the entrance he will meet you and escort you (free of charge) to his restaurant.

The chef/owner of De’ Papaya is Dean, a congenial Thai gentleman who spent his formative training years in Sydney, Australia where he gained massive experience and honed his culinary skills in preparation for the day when he would open his own restaurant.

Head chef is Bang Worayod, whose experience and expertise was evident from the word go.

Once you have maneuvered your way through the labyrinth of shops,

bars and eateries you will come across a large square carpeted with Astro turf and furnished with smart exterior furniture set under the trees. A live band plays nightly (7 to 11:30), and on the night we visited the atmosphere was bubbling and animated. For al fresco dining this is the place but de rigueur is to wander into the main restaurant and be amazed at the Frenchified monochrome and red décor that resembles a walk through the rues of Paris, the canals of Venice and

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desirable Thai dishes and liberally sprinkled with some traditional Russian dishes as well. German beer is a highlight as are the carefullyselected wines, cocktails and mocktails. To commence our Frenchinspired experience we ordered the frog legs (B.220). Other appetizers include prawn cocktail, mussels Rockefeller, fried rock lobster with butter and garlic, som tam, a sashimi platter or the special snack platter of deep fried prawns, squid, spring rolls, samosas and French fries for B.290. The frog legs were served two ways, deep fried and a la Provencal with garlic and white wine. Both were excellent but the floured crunchiness of the deep-fried amphibian won our vote.

Pastas, salads and sandwiches are available for a light lunch plus lots of seafood dishes prepared either European style or in the vogue of spicy Thai contemporary. Mixed seafood plates are popular as is the London mixed grill comprising of grilled tender beef, pork loin, chicken breast accompanied by a mushroom sauce or the pork spare ribs and the Australian rib eye steak (B.650).

We elected to try a couple of their Thai signature dishes, wing bean salad and spicy prawn and pomelo salad. Penang curry with pork, chicken or beef is available as well as another of our favorites, duck in red curry (B.200). The French fusion dishes range from chicken cordon bleu to their house special French stew “chic” with mashed potatoes.

The Thai salads were excellent; the warm wing bean salad displayed the required sour/sweet essence with the exact amount of roasted chili paste, toasted coconut, tamarind and lime juice for our palates, and we enjoyed the kitchen’s twist of serving it in an iceberg lettuce cup. The pomelo and prawn salad (yam som-o) was just as good, the sharpness of the pomelo providing the perfect backdrop to

ancient Rome. It reflects an unusual mix of design (think neoclassical, art deco with a touch of rococo). It’s a very artistic theme and a popular photo opportunity for visitors to the restaurant. The slinky silky black boudoir chairs, the ruby red tablecloths and that chandelier all contribute to its elegant, playful and wholly original design.

Once settled inside, we studied the large pictorial menu. Described as French/Thai fusion, it is an eclectic mix of European flavors with lots of

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THAILAND’S BEST RESTAURANTS 2014 Thailand Tatler’s best-selling restaurant guide, Thailand’s Best Restaurants, has become an indispensable companion for Thai food lovers and regular restaurantgoers.

Thailand’s Best Restaurants 2014 features all-new reviews of the top 150 restaurants in Bangkok plus an expanded selection of the best establishment in Chiang Mai, Phuket, Samui, Pattaya and Hua Hin, selected by our readers. There’s wine guide. A look at Bangkok’s best tearooms and interviews with some of the most exciting chefs working in Thailand today. Every restaurant featured is personally visited by our reviewers, comprising food writers and prominent personalities, and is rated for setting, food, wine, ambience, service and price.

Thailand’s Best Restaurants 2014 (paperback) is now available at Asia Books (450 baht). Order online via www. asiabooks.com with free delivery anywhere in Thailand.

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the big succulent prawns laced with chopped mint and coriander leaves.

During our meal we were quaffing the house (Spanish) Merlot and can heartily recommend it.

One of the big attractions at Mimosa (and the reason for the fee at the entrance) is that throughout the day at 3, 5, 7 and 9 p.m., there is an hour-long cabaret show featuring talented ladyboys of Pattaya. We just managed to catch the last of the late show and can tell you it’s certainly bursting with pizzazz, glitz and gusto.

Mimosa is an innovative attraction for locals and tourists alike. Spend some time wandering through the brightly-colored buildings to discover a myriad of multicultural eateries, bars and shops, but make sure you include a visit to De’ Papaya for a taste of European fusion cuisine with a big splash of delicious Thai dishes.

De’ Papaya French Fusion & Thai Restaurant Open from midday till 1 a.m.

Telephone Dean on 086 305 9050 or Thai on 085 084 9940 to be met for free entry. No credit cards accepted. Cash only.

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Hotel Cup Promotions World Promotions Catch up all the World Cup 2014 football action live at Zulu Jungle Bar, Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya Zulu Jungle Bar will be a buzzing atmosphere showing every World Cup 2014 game live on giant screen giving you a front row view of the action. Zulu offers a great range of international beers, a wide variety of cocktails, spirits and homemade snacks.

Zulu Jungle Bar is located adjacent to the lobby of Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya.

For more information or reservations, please contact 038 714 981.

Enjoy 2014 FIFA World Cup with Churrascaria buffet at Zico’s Brazilian Grill & Bar Pattaya During 2014 FIFA World Cup, Zico’s Brazilian Grill & Bar Pattaya offers a very special C “Come 4 Pay 3” Churrascaria buffet and salad bar at only 799 baht per person (subject to 7% VAT). Located at Central Festival, Zico’s is Pattaya’s only Brazilian Churrascaria restaurant.

M Enjoy succulent meat and fresh seafood as much as you can eat on long skewers which gracefully pass through the tables.

Y You also have a chance to win the daily prize draw and enjoy the “Buy 1 Get 1 free cocktail” if you wear football shirt of your favorite team and dine at Zico’s restaurant.

CM For more information or table reservations, please contact 038 043 516 or email: zicospattaya@chr.co.th

Watch All the Football Action at Dicey Reilly’s, Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa

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Dicey Reilly’s welcomes everyone to watch all the football action with cocktail specials and games every match. Come and win prizes!

For more information, please call 038 411 755, email diceyspub@minor.com or visit www.diceyspub.com

Watch the 2014 FIFA World Cup live at Tavern by the Sea, Amari Pattaya Tavern by the Sea invites football aficionados to watch and cheer during every match from the comfort of its chic indoor lounge and outdoor terrace complete with a giant TV to watch all of the excitement unfold.

Fans, families and friends will be able to catch the latest action from the world’s biggest sporting event while enjoying an unrivalled range of international cuisine and drinks.

Throughout the tournament, Tavern by The Sea will be broadcasting 24 matches live, with the finals being played on 14 July at 2 am. For those who miss the matches, Tavern by The

Sea features a taped broadcast every morning at 9 am and 11 am.

Come and enjoy a 20 percent discount on beer mugs (Heineken, Tiger and San Miguel) during the matches and every guest who guesses the final score will receive a free mug of beer.

For reservations and more information, please contact Tavern

by The Sea, Amari Pattaya at tel: 038 418 419 or email: fbreservation.orchid@amari.com

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Become a new star – Let’s Dance! >> from L1 On July 18 a special Pattaya event will take place, the grand opening of the first of its kind in the city: a Latino dance school. What makes this school special is the cofounder of the school who has received acclaim all over the world with championship titles from Australia, Japan, and the UK. He is none other than Arsen Kishishian. The school will focus mainly on Latino style dance types: rumba, chacha, salsa, Zumba, Pilates, yoga and jive.

“Become a new star!” is the slogan of the new school and with good reason since the students will be handled by a team of high-level teachers under the supervision of Arsen personally.

“Dance has been my life,” Arsen says. “I have spent decades learning, performing, teaching and mastering my craft. Dancing has the ability to provide joy, inspire people, create communities and change lives. I have travelled the world, learnt from many legends and met many people. I feel so fortunate to have been given the gift of dance as it has made me the man I am today”.

Classes are open to young and old, experienced and novices, with groups sorted accordingly with suitable staff to cater to all ages and skill levels.

The dance studio is on Thepprasit Road, near Thappraya Road. For more information call 095 575 5454.

Hotel Promotions Celebrate Mother’s Day at Amari Phuket

Tropical Indulgence included with all seminars

Amari Phuket offers a special package to celebrate the upcoming Mother’s Day with a variety of benefits provided for mothers. The package is available for a three-night stay in Superior Ocean Facing Rooms, Superior Ocean View Rooms or Deluxe Ocean View Rooms for the whole month of August 2014.

The package includes a welcome hand garland on arrival with fruits and flowers provided in-room, one complimentary Thai set dinner, a 20 percent discount on treatments at Breeze Spa, and late check-out until 3 pm.

Price starts from 10,735 baht +++. Booking period is from now onwards and subject to change with terms and conditions applied.

at Centara Koh Chang Tropicana Resort

For more information, please contact 076 340 106-14 ext 8033 or 8034, email reservations.phuket@amari.com or visit www.amari.com/phuket

The white sand, blue ocean and island setting will make your group seminar at Centara Koh Chang Tropicana Resort a memorable one, and with the special corporate meeting package available from now to 31 October 2014, accommodation is included to make this an affordable event.

Under the package, a half-day meeting including a coffee break and lunch is priced at 750 baht net per person per day, while a full day meeting with two coffee breaks and lunch is 950 baht net.

The package also includes one night’s accommodation in a Superior Room, together with American breakfast, at 1,800 baht for single occupancy and 2,000 baht for twin during the week, and 2,300 baht and 2,500 baht during the weekend.

The rates include service charge and government tax.

All rooms include tea and coffee making facilities, and Wi-Fi is included free of charge.

Set on the white sands of Klong Prao Beach, in the center of Koh Chang’s west coast, Centara Koh Chang Tropicana Resort is framed by lofty green palm trees and the deep blue waters of the seascape.

For more information and reservations, please contact Jainjira Thongrasamee at tel 02 769 1234 ext 6509, e-mail to jainjirath@chr.co.th or visit www.centarahotelsresorts.com/ckc

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To Botox or Not to Botox?

by Di Barker

How Is Intradermal Botox Different?

Everyone knows about Botox, the line-erasing, complexionenhancing treatment. However, there is a new Botox buzz around and it is known as Intradermal-Botox. The injections are not into the muscles responsible for facial expressions but into the erector pili–the fine muscles in the skin that control pore size. These muscles are literally within the skin, hence the name. They

are the ones that make your hair stand on end or cause goose bumps. This specific procedure is gaining favor for its oil-inhibiting, pore-reducing suppressant that is often the result of living in a tropical climate. Apparently, botulism toxin is just as good as a quick fix for those who suffer from oily skin, enlarged pores, and acne scars as those seeking to tighten their face just a touch in order to ensure a fresher and younger appearance.

At Thonglor Clinic in

Jomtien, the resident doctor is a professional injector qualified to administer this treatment.

He remarked that many of his patients come from overseas for this treatment and that although the procedure has been around for a while it is only recently that it has started to pick up momentum. The same vials used to freeze drooping facial muscles are injected into the top of the skin as a means of controlling the oil-producing sebaceous glands and tightening the tiny surface muscles that can lead

to visible pores. He commented that his patients typically see results in about two weeks, but that he has had some people tell him that they saw improvements within a couple of days, adding that effects last for about four to six months. Smaller pores result in a smaller skin surface area, thus stretching the skin more over the face, which results in a face lift effect.

If you have oily skin, acne or fine lines and wrinkles on your face and neck, IntradermalBotox is an effective, fast-acting treatment that may be a great solution for you. If you wish to learn more about this cuttingedge technique–or if you want to schedule a consultation, contact Thonglor Clinic, Jomtien on (038)

252 055, and you’ll be taking the first step toward younger, healthier looking skin.

Thonglor Clinic Pattaya Located on Thappraya Road, about 100 meters before Bruno’s, coming from Pattaya Tel: 038 252 055

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Spa Promotions Salt Pot Muscle Melter treatment at Spa Cenvaree, Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya Spa Cenvaree at Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya introduces Salt Pot Muscle Melter treatment – a locally inspired ritual combining deep tissue massage and hot pot compress to release tension in the shoulders and lower back muscles. Each pot contains a blend of coarse salt and medicinal herbs to provide relief to tired muscles. Price starts only at 1,995 baht ++ for 90 minutes.

For more information or reservations, please contact tel: 038 301 234 ext 4333 or email: spacenvareecmbr@chr.co.th

Seven Wonder Retreat at Devarana Spa, Dusit Thani Pattaya Be healthy during rainy season with Seven Wonder Retreat – a beneficial spa program that works to balance your life energy and detoxifies your body through Chakra Therapy from ancient Ayurveda Text.

The Seven Wonder Retreat utilizes speciallyformulated aromas, relaxing massage techniques, and natural color therapy from flowers to nourish the seven light chakra (energy) centers. Ayurvedic medicine believes that when one chakra is blocked, there is an imbalance, resulting in a diminished sense of well-being.

The 2-hour Seven Wonder Retreat includes 30-min Floral Rainbow Body Scrub and 90-min Aromatic Chakra Balancing Massage. This essential retreat for rainy season is available at all Devarana Spas in Thailand until July 2014. Price is 4,000 baht ++.

For more information and reservation, please contact Devarana Spa at Dusit Thani Pattaya tel: 038 371 044 or email: pattaya@devaranaspa.com

10 Foods That Fight Pain

by Laura Cox, www.UrbaneWomen.com

Do you groan in pain every time your feet hit the floor when getting out of bed? Does it feel like you have to physically snap every joint back into place with agonizing results?

You may have developed a habit of reaching for the pain killers but there is another avenue and that is to learn about what foods can help you reduce your bodily aches and pains. Here are some suggestions on what to stock in your pantry: 1. Red Grapes Resveratrol is found in fairly large quantities in grapes and this compound is showing definite signs of being an anti-inflammatory.

Lab work is showing that resveratrol can block certain cells from receiving the inflammation signal, which indicates that they may help in the battle against inflammatory pain.

6. Dairy This one might come as a surprise, but yogurts and cheeses are effective at reducing pain.

Their pain fighting properties are contained in their calcium and vitamin D concentrations. Calcium builds strong bones and vitamin D helps to relieve periods of chronic pain.

2. Turmeric

7. Papaya Papaya is a potent combatant for the fight against pain and inflammation.

The effective ingredient is papain and it is so powerful that doctors have developed ways to isolate it and inject it into back pain sufferers.

Papaya should definitely be added on to the weekly shopping list. It’s versatile as it can be used in smoothies, added to salads, and can even be enjoyed in a salsa.

Turmeric contains a lot of curcumin – a well-known inflammation and pain reducing nutrient.

There have been a number of studies completed on turmeric with positive results on its ability to provide effective relief from pain.

Turmeric is an excellent ingredient in many dishes but works best with curry and ginger-based meals.

3. Strawberries

Head, Mind and Soul Massage at eforea: Spa, Hilton Pattaya eforea: spa at Hilton Pattaya offers ‘Head, Mind, and Soul Massage’ package that is perfectly designed to bring relaxation and healthy hair to overworked and overtired guests.

The therapeutic experience features a 60-minute head massage which combines deepflowing, nurturing and relaxing techniques to dispel stress and relieves tension. The treatment starts from the neck and shoulders to melt away physical and mental stress. The head is massaged with warm coconut oil that helps improve the blood flow to the head, encourages the distribution of oxygen and promotes healthy hair.

The deeply soothing massage involves working with a firm and gentle rhythm to relieve anxiety.

Experience this unique treatment at eforea: spa at Hilton Pattaya for only 1,800 baht net per package per person.

For more information, call 038 253 000, email pattaya.info@hilton.com or visit eforeaspa.com

Give a soul to your spa with Terrake at Amburaya Spa, Sheraton Pattaya Resort Amburaya Spa invites you to discover a unique experience with treatment programs using the new product line, Terrake.

Terrake is inspired by four forces of the Earth and Amburaya Spa recreates these forces with four unique spa treatments.

Earth: 60 minutes of Terra Magical for the back Water: 120 minutes of Marine wave treatment Air & Light: 60 minutes of Breath of pure air facial Plant Life: 60 minutes smoothing brown sugar exfoliation treatment Prices start from 3,600 baht ++ per treatment.

Amburaya Spa is open daily from 10 am to 9 pm.

For more information, please call 038 259 888 ext 33 or email spa.amburaya@ sheraton.com

Strawberries are absolutely loaded with vitamin C, a well-known and powerful antioxidant that helps to relieve pain and boost the immune system. So make sure you stock up on them the next time they are in season (this is when they are cheaper and taste the best).

4. Olive Oil This Mediterranean delicacy has a little-known secret, which is the fact that olive oil contains a powerful brew of antioxidant polyphenols.

These act in the body to block a common pain-causing mechanism in the body.

Moderate use is recommended however, as olive oil can contain up to 120 calories in just one tablespoon.

5. Salmon Most people know about the health benefits of salmon, but do you know that it is also an excellent ally in the battle against pain?

The pain relieving properties come from its high concentrations of omega-3 fatty acids, but it also has a fairly decent concentration of vitamin D as well, which is another ingredient useful in the fight against pain and inflammation.

8. Nuts A bit of research will reveal that almonds and walnuts are an excellent source of omega 3 fatty acids and are rich in antioxidants – both of which have terrific pain fighting properties.

So make sure you have a handful every day (but not too many as they pack quite a few calories into a small area).

9. Dark Cherries Dark cherries are a good source of anthocyanins, which work in a similar way to ibuprofen or aspirin by switching off the body’s signals for pain.

Just throw a handful into your fruit salad or mix some in with your morning juice.

10. Ginger

Ginger has been used in India for centuries to treat inflammation and pain.

What the ancient Indians probably didn’t know is that ginger’s pain fighting properties come from its ability to reduce pain inducing prostaglandin levels.

Studies of sufferers from muscle pain have almost invariably registered signs of improvement after they were given ginger.

For additional information on health, fitness, beauty, romance, skin care, hair care and more, go to www.urbanewomen.com

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Spritzing for beauty Ladies, if you want to be perceived as more attractive, reach for the cologne.

That, in essence, was the conclusion of a small study by the Monell Chemical Senses Center, which reported that women’s faces are rated as more attractive in the presence of pleasant odors. Thus, the use of cologne, perfume and other scented products may, to some extent, alter how people perceive one another.

“Odor pleasantness and facial attractiveness integrate into one joint emotional evaluation,” said lead author Janina Seubert, PhD, a cognitive neuroscientist on the Monell research project.

Perfumes and scented products have been used for centuries as a way to enhance overall personal appearance. Previous studies had shown perception of facial attractiveness could be influenced when using unpleasant vs. pleasant odors. However, it was not known whether odors influence the actual visual perception of facial features

or alternatively, how faces are emotionally evaluated by the brain. Seubert contends that the research findings “may indicate a common site of neural processing in the brain.”

The Philadelphia, Pennsylvania study focused on the principle that judging attractiveness and age involve two distinct perceptual processing methods: attractiveness is regarded as an emotional process while judgments of age are believed to be cognitive, or rationally-based.

Indeed, it was shown that odor had less effect on the evaluation of age.

It should be noted that the study was small, involving only 18 young adults, two thirds of whom were female.

The average adult heart beats 72 times a minute; 100,000 times a day; 3.6 million times a year, and 2.5 billion times during a lifetime.

“These findings have fascinating implications in terms of how pleasant smells may help enhance natural appearance within social settings,” says study co-author Jean-Marc Dessirier, lead scientist at Unilever. “The next step will be to see if the findings extend to evaluation of male facial attractiveness.”

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upcoming movies The Rover

Million Dollar Arm

Dawn of the Planet of the Apes

Lead Actors Guy Pearce, Robert Pattinson, Scoot McNairy, David Field

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Directors David Michod Genre Crime | Drama Release Date July 3, 2014

Director Craig Gillespie Genre Biography | Drama | Sport Release Date July 3, 2014

Director Matt Reeves Genre Action | Drama | Sci-Fi Release Date July 10, 2014

10 years after a global economic collapse, a hardened, ruthless ex-soldier tracks down the men who stole his only possession. As he travels through the lawless Australian outback, he takes a damaged young man as his unwitting accomplice.

A sports agent stages an unconventional recruitment strategy to get talented Indian cricket players to play Major League Baseball.

A growing nation of genetically evolved apes led by Caesar is threatened by a band of human survivors of the devastating virus unleashed a decade earlier. They reach a fragile peace, but it proves short-lived, as both sides are brought to the brink of a war that will determine who will emerge as Earth’s dominant species.

Sony Project Morpheus Thinking of buying an Oculus Rift? If you’re a PS4 owner, you might want to hold off for a bit, because Sony Project Morpheus is here to give the Rift a run for its money. Underneath the futuristic exterior, you’ll find a 1080p display with 90-degree field of view, an accelerometer and gyroscope that work in concert with the PlayStation camera to track your head orientation and movement, and 3D audio technology for a completely immersive experience.

LG G3 Smartphone For LG’s latest iteration of their G series phones — the LG G3 Smartphone — they’ve stuck with some of its more defining characteristics, namely buttons relegated to the rear, a curved back, and a large HD screen. But, just about everything has been improved, from a more pronounced curve, to a higher definition screen, to a fingerprint-resistant metal back. Even the camera gets a bump, with a 13-megapixel sensor and improved autofocus. The phone also gets a simplified UI featuring contextual voice alerts that remind you to pack an umbrella or return an ignored call. Its five-and-a-half-inch display sports double the pixel density of full HD, while an improved battery helps to keep those pixels from using up all its juice.

Waterfi Waterproofed Kindle Paperwhite One of Kindle’s biggest advantages over normal tablets is its ability to be easily read outdoors — and for many, outdoors in the summer time means chilling at the beach or pool. Enter the Waterfi Waterproofed Kindle Paperwhite. Completely waterproof thanks to dual-layer protection that’s completely internal — leaving it looking stock — it offers all the features of the regular Paperwhite, but can be submerged down to 210 feet, meaning that unless you’re in open water, odds are you’ll be able to head down and retrieve it.

Sony PlayStation TV So you have two TVs but only one PS4. Not to worry — soon, all you’ll need to remedy this problem is a Sony PlayStation TV. This tiny, ARM Cortex A9-powered box hooks up to other TVs in your house, allowing you to use Remote Play to get at your PS4 games even if it’s in another room. It also supports streaming of PS3 games over PlayStation Now, and will support downloading of select PS Vita, PSP, and PS One games to an SD card. With support for two DualShock 3 or 4 controllers, it’s an ideal add-on for any PS4 user.

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The Division Bell – Pink Floyd The Division Bell is the fourteenth and final studio album by English progressive rock group Pink Floyd. It was released in the UK by EMI Records on 28 March 1994, and the US by Columbia Records on 4 April. The music was written mostly by David Gilmour and Richard Wright; lyrically, the album deals with themes of communication. Recording took place in several locations, including the band’s Britannia Row Studios, and Gilmour’s houseboat, Astoria. The production team included Pink Floyd stalwarts such as producer Bob Ezrin, engineer Andy Jackson and saxophonist Dick Parry. Gilmour’s new wife, Polly Samson, co-wrote many of the album’s lyrics, and Wright performed his first lead vocal on a Pink Floyd album since 1973’s The Dark Side of the Moon.

1. Cluster One 2. What Do You Want from Me 3. Poles Apart 4. Marooned 5. A Great Day for Freedom

LAWRENCE IN ARABIA: WAR, DECEIT, IMPERIAL FOLLY AND THE MAKING OF THE MODERN MIDDLE EAST

By SCOTT ANDERSON 9780307476418 The story is fascinating and unforgettable. And the characters are so compelling that they seem to have been plucked from a novel. During World War I, the course of the modern day Middle East was set by a handful of young, low-ranking actors who exerted oversized influence on the region. Anderson focuses our attention on four men: a minor German diplomat and spy, an American oilman descended from the Yale family, a Romanianborn agronomist, and T.E. Lawrence himself. As we witness the western nations attempting to carve up a region that they were never able to master, these adventurous and often duplicitous men come to full life–none more so than Lawrence.

6. Wearing the Inside Out 7. Take It Back 8. Coming Back to Life 9. Keep Talking 10. Lost for Words 11. High Hopes

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Set on the roof top of Tulip Group’s five-star hotel, Centara Grand Phratamnak Pattaya, Ruffino Restaurant & Lounge has superb views of the bay and serves Italian coastal cuisine along with the wines of Italian wine house Ruffino.

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Ruffino Restaurant & Lounge Food Highlights The newly-opened restaurant is the first venture in which Ruffino and a hotel operator have combined to use the Ruffino brand for a restaurant outlet.

In 1877, Ilario and Leopoldo Ruffino laid the foundations of their dream to make the most known and loved Italian wines in the world from the heart of Tuscany. At their winery in Pontassieve, just outside

of Florence, they began producing wines according to strict quality standards and rigorous technical research.

Soon, Ruffino became an international symbol of the Chianti region, and won numerous awards, including the prestigious gold medal at the Bordeaux Wine Fair in 1895, affirming the quality of its wine.

In 1913, the Folonari family purchased Ruffino

Wagyu beef carpaccio Harry’s Bar original, spicy and sour sauce, mixed garden lettuce Ossobuco valrhona 72 percent Araguani dark chocolate, caramelized leek, forked potato, salt flakes Lamb cutlets roast potato, eggplant cake, asparagus, cardamom-flavoured lamb jus Hokkaido sea scallop caprese style tomatoes, red onion, Sicilian olives, basil Panna cotta vanilla bean panna cotta, tropical fruit gel, popping chocolate pearls Soft chocolate pudding wild berry consommé, goat cheese sorbet Pizza phad kra pow talay (Thai seafood) tomato sauce, mozzarella, mixed seafood, garlic, chilli, Thai basil Pizza prosciutto crudo (parma ham) tomato sauce, mozzarella, parma ham, oregano, rocket, parmesan Pizza salsiccia e funghi (sausage and mushroom) tomato sauce, mozzarella, oregano, Italian sausage, mushrooms

and brought new talent, energy and enthusiasm into the company. They started on a nearly century-long pursuit to develop a collection of estates in Tuscany, all of which matched the standard of quality and uniqueness which was the trademark of Ruffino wine.

Over the last 60 years, Ruffino has established seven prominent estates in Tuscany, all situated within the major DOCG production regions including Brunello di Montalcino, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Chianti and Chianti Classico.

Today, Ruffino continues to meld century-long Tuscan traditions with new state-of-the-art cellar technology and modern winemaking for an ideal symbiosis with the energy of contemporary Italian lifestyle.

Ruffino’s debut menu includes signature dishes that have been collected from different parts of the long Italian coastline. Appetizers range from buffalo mozzarella bites to fresh tomato soup, and zuppa di funghi della maremma, a soup of porcini mushrooms cooked in a beef broth. Grilled zesty and spicy mussels are served with prosciutto-flavored bread crumbs, and there is a saffron fettuccine with pork cheek, truffle, scallops and mushrooms.

Along with the extensive selection of Ruffino wines, there is a wide choice of wines from around the world. A live DJ on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, along with a host of food and drink specials throughout the week, including “Buy 1 Get 1 Free pizza” specials, Sunset-hour drink prices, and a 4-course set menu.

Ruffino Restaurant & Lounge

Centara Grand Phratamnak Pattaya Phratamnak Soi 5, Pattaya Opening Hours: 12 to 3 p.m. | 6:30 to 10:30 p.m.

Tel: 038 306 337 Email: cgpx@chr.co.th www.centarahotelsresorts.com/centaragrand/cgpx/

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Legal & Expat Money

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS by: Magna Carta Law Office

Marriage Visa in Thailand What is Thailand Marriage Visa?

A Thailand marriage visa is the type of visa granted to the foreign spouse of Thai citizens wherein the holder is entitled to stay in Thailand for one calendar year.

How do I qualify for a Marriage Visa?

You can qualify to be granted a Marriage Visa if you are: 1. Legally married to a Thai national, and 2. Able to satisfy either of the following financial requirements: • savings of 400,000 baht deposited in a Thai bank account two months prior to visa application, or • monthly income of at least 40,000 baht.

What are the required documents in applying for a Marriage Visa?

- Passport with validity of not less than 18 months - Completed visa application forms - Three passport-sized photos (4x6cm) of the applicant taken within the last six months - Evidence of the spouse’s Thai nationality: Thai ID Card and House Registration Book - Family picture of the applicant with the Thai spouse and child/children - Map to the applicant’s residence in Thailand - Certificate of Marriage - A letter from the foreigner’s embassy verifying the foreigner’s monthly income or monthly pension of at least 40,000 baht, or - Original bank statement and a Letter of Guarantee from a Thai bank reflecting a bank deposit totalling not less than 400,000 baht, or - A valid work permit and a letter from the Thai employer evidencing a monthly income of at least 400,000 baht.

Is a one-year Marriage Visa renewable?

A Marriage Visa may be renewed annually at the Thai Immigration Office by showing the same documents as required in your first application except that the funds in the Thai Bank must be reflected for three consecutive months prior to the visa renewal.

What restrictions must I consider while holding a Marriage Visa?

As a Marriage Visa holder, you will be permitted to stay in Thailand for one year from the date your marriage visa is granted. You must report to the Immigration officer in your area of residence every 90 days during your stay in Thailand. During this

period, if you wish to leave and re-enter the country, you are required to apply for and obtain a re-entry permit (single or multiple) at the Immigration Office before leaving the country.

If you leave without a re-entry permit, the permit for you to stay for the rest of the marriage visa duration will become invalid.

Can I apply for this Visa outside Thailand?

You can start the Marriage Visa procedure outside Thailand, preferably from your home country, by obtaining a Non-Immigrant Visa which will be valid for 90 days from the date of entry. A Non-Immigrant Visa can be extended or converted to a One-Year Visa Extension of Stay Based on Marriage in Thailand during the last 30 days of your permitted stay. The 90-day validity of your Non-Immigrant Visa shall give you enough time to deposit in a Thai bank the required amount of money which must be reflected for two months in the bank transaction certificate upon your visa application.

Will I be allowed to work if I am holding a Marriage Visa?

Marriage Visa holders are allowed to work in Thailand by obtaining a valid work permit before starting to work. This is considered an advantage to any foreigner’s employment prospects as they would only have to deal with securing a work permit.

What happens to my Marriage Visa in the event of a divorce?

In the event of a divorce, your marriage visa becomes invalid on the divorce date. However, in some cases, the visa holder may be allowed to stay in the country until the expiration of the current marriage visa. So if you expect to divorce, consult a good law firm well in advance.

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Expat Money Corner

by Tim Whiteley

Making money work – well!

No one would pretend that the world’s stock markets are the most stable of places at the best of times, but there was an old adage that, given 10 years, whichever of the main index tracker funds you selected, you would be better off than when you started, even if you bought at a peak and sold in a trough. There are still instances when this is true but, for example, using the MSCI, formerly Morgan Stanley Capital International Index, which is often used as a common benchmark for world or global stock funds, had you invested in an MSCI tracker fund during August 2000, a decade later, you would still be down; something almost unheard of previously.

The general malaise of the markets, since the subprime debacle in the United States, starting in 2006 has left many wondering where they can find any degree of predictability, away from all the downbeat news from Europe and the subsequent slowing down of the so-called ‘drivers’ for the recovery of the world economies, such as China and India.

With historically low interest rates, the banks offer little solace with interest rates unable to match even relatively low rates of inflation, let alone provide any growth.

During this period, there has been a significant increase in funds set up covering niche sectors, capitalizing on the high level of demand that still prevails in such markets and the attraction is simply that. Economics 101, for those of us that initially studied using Hanson textbooks, rams home the point that when demand exceeds supply, prices will rise and any such market will remain buoyant. The proliferation of such funds is an indication that demand is mushrooming for alternatives that offer sensible and consistent returns, with proper security.

When all is said and done, most of us want the same thing when looking for somewhere to place our nest egg: a reasonable return with little or no risk! To be frank, that aspiration has always been a tricky match, however, the advent of specialist funds concentrating on arenas where high levels of demand can be seen well into the middle distance, has opened up a number of worthwhile possibilities with a genuine likelihood of fulfilling that promise.

Our experience shows that well over 90 percent of those who receive a 6 percent or 8 percent steady return are happy, particularly in these times. Those looking for higher profits should also remember another old adage which still remains true – ‘reward is commensurate with risk’. Actually, the fact is that many looking for more are young with 15+ years to waste aiming for bigger figures. For those of us that haven’t got that sort of time to throw away and require income, a secure 6 or 8 percent is very attractive.

There are several sectors enjoying the benefits of burgeoning demand in this developing market place. Nonetheless, careful selection is still required. Of prime importance are the fund’s custodians (the safe keepers of investors’ money). It should be a major international bank. Also, who are the auditors? Again, we should be looking for major international firms. Then, there is the question of where is the fund domiciled; it should be a jurisdiction that is financially well regulated and has a correspondingly high degree of investor protection.

Notwithstanding all of the above, everyone’s individual circumstances should be properly assessed by independent financial advisers, prior to making any decisions.

Important Note - This article contains general information only and is not intended to be taken as specific financial, investment, or tax advice. A personal analysis should always be obtained.

Tim Whiteley of IFA International has over 25 years as an IFA, advising international investors and expatriates, both onshore UK, and offshore in Asia. With offices in Bangkok, and regular client visits to Pattaya, IFA specialises in wealth protection services, offshore trusts, QROPS UK Pension Transfers and QNUPS, creating tailor made investment solutions for individuals around the world.

IFA International does NOT provide discretionary portfolio management, securities advice, forex trading, or local brokerage/insurance products. The services that IFA International Group provides are for expatriates and international investors only and are not applicable to local nationals. This is NOT a solicitation to sell or market securities. Questions to the author can be directed to: timwhiteley@ifainternationalgroup.com

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Property

Thailand the ‘Come Back Kid’!

With the imposed nighttime curfew recently having been lifted after Thailand’s latest military coup it is more than likely to give a much-needed boost to Thailand’s lucrative tourism industry.

Scared away by months of sometimes hostile political turmoil, will it take much time to draw back the many overseas travelers that cannot seem to get enough of Thailand?

This situation reminds me so well of the post red shirts takeover of downtown Bangkok during April and May 2010 which paralyzed parts of central Bangkok, triggering a military crackdown.

Following the end of all of the turmoil in Bangkok international arrivals increased robustly through the rest of 2010 and all the way through to June 2011.

At that time the Asia Pacific region experienced the world’s second fastest tourism recovery, according to the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).

Second only to the Middle East and its 20 percent increase in foreign arrivals, the Asia Pacific region lead the way in the world’s tourism recovery, with international arrivals increasing year-overyear through June of 2011.

Thailand’s own international arrivals increased a very impressive 14 percent, which was completely unexpected and most encouraging in spite of the chaotic political turmoil earlier that year.

From 1997 to 1998, Thailand’s recovery from the Asian financial crisis depended mainly on exports and although agricultural workers continued to make up 49 percent of Thailand’s labor force, the comparative involvement of agriculture to the Thai GDP has weakened while exports of goods and services have expanded greatly.

Yes, agriculture is still the primary means of Thailand’s employment, but industry, commerce, and services account for 80 percent of the Thai gross domestic product.

One of Thailand’s greatest contributors to its emerging economic growth over the last 15 years has been its huge emerging auto industry, ranking Thailand as one of the highest among the world’s automotive export industries along with the manufacturing of electronic goods.

High-technology products such as integrated circuits and parts, electrical

by Clayton Wade Managing Director

appliances, and of course, vehicles are now leading Thailand’s strong growth in exports.

With their tremendous automotive industry selling automobiles and auto parts throughout the region, Thailand has emerged as the second largest manufacturer of trucks in the world behind America.

Rising tourism, persistent agricultural exports and a world-class automotive industry have contributed to making Thailand the second largest economy in Southeast Asia after Indonesia.

It’s just a matter of time and we will see Thailand moving up the ladder as one of the fastest growing economies in Southeast Asia--poised once again to continue its ‘Comeback Kid’ reputation.

With all the coups, chaos and controversy quickly being replaced by a military government that has gained the respect of the entire region, I can just see Thailand once again looking to regain its status as the fastest growing nation in the world as it was back in 1995.

So, just how does all of this affect Pattaya and the Eastern Seaboard of Thailand’s real estate industry?

Well, for starters, over 90 percent of Thailand’s automotive industry is right here in the Pattaya Eastern Seaboard area.

You may ask, just what does the automotive industry have to do with real estate sales in our area.

Combined with the Laem Chabang and Map Ta Phut deep sea port industrial sites and their huge petrochemical industries, the Eastern Seaboard’s automotive industry has created a huge rental boom in our area.

This increase in rental property consumption has, in turn, created a tremendous interest in investment properties for foreigners and Thais alike.

What are the signs of this trend in our local property development scene? The signs are everywhere!

The Pattaya Eastern Seaboard area continues to experience unprecedented growth in the real estate sector.

There is building and construction everywhere and we are seeing some of the biggest Bangkok developers continuing to present new high-rise developments to the area.

Local developers are in heated competition; Pattaya’s Cozy Beach area is

Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. clayton@premierinternational.com

BMW Manufacturing Thailand plant in Amata Nakorn Industrial Estate, Rayong filling up fast and Jomtien’s Second Road and beach areas are producing one new condominium after another.

This unprecedented surge in construction and development is not limited to condominiums as we are seeing a number of our popular residential housing developments launching second and third phases throughout the area and some very nice high-end housing coming onto the development scene.

Even Silverlake, south of Pattaya, is showing great signs of taking off as one of the area’s premier destinations with new Silverlake Wine facilities opening as we speak and the new Silverlake water park, Ramayana, is very far along with its construction progress.

Yes, as Phuket is now busy trying to reinvent itself, the Eastern Seaboard is placed to be a contender for high-end luxury homes in the coming few years.

High-rise beachfront condominiums, inner city living boutique condominiums and luxury housing developments all are going to contribute to Thailand’s greatest real estate comeback to date.

With recent yearly Thailand Property Awards results, the Thai real estate sector has watched the Eastern Seaboard climb, step by step, as a contender in this very competitive residential real estate industry.

It was just a couple years ago that the entire Thailand property industry took notice as the Eastern Seaboard was without

Our very special thanks to Clayton Wade, managing director of Pattaya’s Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. for preparing this Pattaya Today column.

Clayton Wade has been running Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd., with his wife, Khun Supap, for more than 18 years. He himself has been in the real estate industry going on 28 years, having started his career in the United States where he was licensed and practiced both real estate sales and property management in Seattle, Washington.

Clayton personally was responsible for

a doubt the Thailand Property Awards big winner with Jate Sopitpongstorn receiving Horseshoe Point’s incredible Triple Crown win, picking up the Thailand Property Award’s Best Villa Development Award, Thailand’s Green (environmental) Award and the prestigious Thailand’s Best Villa Development Award.

There is no longer any question about the position the Eastern Seaboard has in the Thailand real estate industry as being second only to Bangkok in condominium design and construction and personally, I can see that one of these years the Eastern Seaboard is going to win Thailand’s Best Condominium Development…..you just watch and see!

Remember, it was just a couple of years ago that the entire world was watching as Thailand appeared to be crashing and burning into a rubbish of colored shirts and rhetoric and we are now just emerging from a military coup.

That all seems to be far far behind us now as we move into the second half of 2014 with all areas of Thailand’s economy stabilized and growing once again thanks to our impressive military leadership under General Prayuth Chan-ocha.

Everyone loves a great comeback and Thailand has provided the world, time after time and once again with another fantastic Cinderella Story in the making.

Welcome back kid…..that’s Thailand…..the ‘Come Back Kid’!

bringing in the first 53 General Motors executives for the start-up phase of Thailand’s General Motors manufacturing facility and had a three-year exclusive with the company. Following that experience, he placed most of the start-up executives for the Eastern Seaboard’s BMW manufacturing facility.

Clayton Wade is a Council Member with the Gerson Lehrman Group, the New York based international research and consulting firm, and has been a national panel judge with the Thailand Property Awards for many years.

The American-born entrepreneur is known

throughout the Asia-Pacific region for his writing, public speaking and television presentations. His many accomplishments in promoting real estate on Thailand’s Eastern Seaboard include having been a guest speaker with several of Thailand’s top political and business figures on CNBC’s Managing Asia.

Premier Homes is Pattaya’s leader in exclusive property sales and rentals, which may be seen by visiting their website at: www.premierinternational.com. Clayton Wade may be contacted at +(66) (81) 634-2915 or at: clayton@premierinternational.com

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GM Outlook

Marketing Amari Ocean and Amari Garden Pattaya Sukanyapach Homchuen has the inside story

by Barry Kenyon

Amari Pattaya is part of the Onyx Hospitality Group which is owned by the family behind the Italian-Thai Development Public Company Ltd., one of Thailand’s leading companies with a wide range of commercial interests both here and overseas.

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he 523-bedroom Amari Pattaya is at the very heart of the hospitality business on the Eastern Seaboard, being host to leisure, corporate, conference and incentive guests alike. A star player in Pattaya’s luxury accommodation scene for many years, the combination of expansive grounds withy manicured gardens, two swimming pools, a choice of four- or five-star accommodation and a renowned reputation for customer care, Amari Pattaya remains a front runner in the resort hospitality stakes.

Appointed in January 2014, executive assistant manager Sukanyapach (Naa) Homchuen has the prime responsibility for bookings operations which covers a wide field and includes supporting revenue targets, customer care, staff training and

a close relationship with housekeeping.

Specializing and majoring in the travel industry at Rajabhat Institute Nakhon Pathom, Naa spent around 20 years gaining experience in a variety of leadership roles in Thai hotels and resorts, principally those within the Marriott group. Naa symbolizes the new generation of managers in Thai hotels who are increasingly female and always are keen to achieve their targets by quantifiable targets and results.

“We have two choices for guests as regards accommodation,” says Naa. “The original Garden Wing is classified as four-star and the 226 rooms are well furnished with a mixture of mahogany wood and natural-toned fabrics.” She explains that the newer and more modern five-star Ocean Tower has 297 rooms, each with a private balcony, dark wood furniture and sleek glass and

contemporary furniture.

When you market first-class Pattaya hotels, by default you also market the city. “Pattaya has changed out of all recognition, “says Naa, “and it is still evolving with the active support of the City Hall authorities. The resort is no longer a predominantly nightlife resort and the choice of accommodation, malls, restaurants and sports in many ways equals anything that Bangkok has to offer.” She adds that the position of Amari at

One-Bedroom Suite Garden at Amari Garden Pattaya

the north end of Pattaya bay is also advantageous. “It’s the first property you come to on beach road and it offers not only a prime beachfront location but a quiet retreat as well.”

A major element in the Amari success story is that it has catered well for many different catchments. These include the foreign holidaymaker, the Thai domestic market (especially noticeable at weekends), the corporate traveller, families, all the elements comprising MICE

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(Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions) and specialized niche markets such as Indian weddings, those grand scale operations for which Amari is fast developing a leading role throughout Thailand.

week together with favorites such as fish and chips, pasta, spicy chicken wings and potato wedges.

For both tourists and business guests, the facilities on offer are first-rate. Two swimming

pools also feature a swim-up bar, whirlpool and a Jacuzzi. There is Breeze Spa, a superior spa and salon, a kids’ cave and teen town with lots to do for youngsters of all ages. The banquet, meeting and conference facilities for up to 500 persons are among the best in the city, while the wellequipped gymnasium is good for general health or workouts.

It may sound easy to market Amari Pattaya.

But Naa cautions, “The hotel scene is a very competitive industry and we need to be at the forefront of all hospitality developments. For example, we recently added free Wi-Fi in all our guest rooms to stay a step ahead of the competition. We need to be conscious of all the changes in the Pattaya scene, in particular the ever-evolving MICE market.” Perhaps the single best way of monitoring success is by noting the number of return guests. Naa concludes, “When most of your guests have been here before, then you know you are on the right lines.”

Duplex Suite at Amari Ocean Pattaya A well-known adage in the hospitality industry is that you are only as good as your food. On site is the outstandingly fashionable Mantra with its unique concept and design. The restaurant is decked out in dark red and black and has a series of cooking “islands” around which your food is prepared. Diners can choose regional specialities including sushi from Japan, stone-baked pizza from Italy and chicken chowmein from China. The widely-advertised Sunday brunch by universal assent is spectacular. As the advert says, “It’s the best reason to get out of bed on a Sunday morning.” Incidentally, there’s a walk-in wine cellar with over 160 branded wines from all over the world including bottles of rare Bordeaux.

Also on site is Tavern by the Sea, a sports club and restaurant with big screen televisions and a youthful atmosphere. The decor includes faux American-style gridiron-football memorabilia in one corner and Premier League in the other.

There are buffet specials on various days of the

Hermitage Meeting Room at Amari Ocean Pattaya

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Business Opportunities

(ptmbo-w2013)Guesthouse/ Apartment Building for Sale or Lease Jomtien Beach, 150 meters from the beach. Newly renovated, 9 studios, 6 levels.

Rent 80-100K per month.

New furniture all kitchen, bathroom, balconies, central A/C, flat TV, microwave, cable TV, Wi-Fi, security cameras, card entrance, washing machine, Jacuzzi, terrace.

Sale price 7.9 mil baht o.b.o.

Owner will finance up to 5 mil.

Or lease 1 mil and 30K per month. Owner 080 821 8326 E-mail wrm215@aol.com (ptmbo-p2313)Office Building for Rent, 50,000 P/M. Fully furnished on North Pattaya Road opposite Tesco Lotus.

Call 092 505 0951. (ptmbo-s2213)Laurelle Parfums Thailand Co., Ltd. Our fragrances are designed and developed in the UK. We are looking for sales teams to promote our products throughout Thailand. All FDA tests available from Thai government. Buy 1 perfume 500 Bht. Buy 3 perfume for 1,000 Bht. Wholesale inquiries welcome. Thai 086 835 9497 English 080 101 4885 www. laurelle.co.uk A Leading English Language Magazine for sale. Call 089 607 9850 for more details Fantastic Investment with Great Rental Return! 12 Million Baht only for Five (5) spacious 160 square meter 3 bedroom 3 bathroom multiplex houses on 37 Tarang Wah (148 square meters) of land each. That is only 2.4 Million Baht per house! All five (5) houses are currently rented and bringing in 80,000 baht per month total. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR6164) Grand Estate Home or Resort with Restaurant for Sale with Great Business Opportunity!

8 Guest Suites all with en suite Bathrooms! Americana Antiques in Every Guest Suite! Over 2 Rai of Beautiful Gardens (847 TLW) Absolutely Gorgeous Swimming Pool!

1950’s Rock n Roll era Siam Country Club Roadside Restaurant. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR5796)

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Sky View Penthouse Restaurant for Sale/Lease: Stunning views of Pattaya and Jomtien Bay Decorated in Vietnamese and French Style.

500 sqm Rent 45k THB p/m.

SALE PRICE: 4,950,000 THB includes everything please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com French Restaurant for Sale/ Lease: Established 11 years in the same location in Jomtien rent 25K THB p/m. 6 year lease. Sale Price: 3,950,000 THB includes everything please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@ gmail.com (ptmpt-bo00)For Sale or Lease. 23 Nice Two Room Apartments located in 3 buildings on a one rai land parcel in a very central location south Pattaya. Within 5 min walking distance to Walking Street, however still a quiet and secure area. For more info contact 081 9099098, No agents please GUESTHOUSE - Jomtien.

An opportunity to take over this easy to run guest house with 5 fully furnished rooms located in a busy location in central Jomtien just 100m from the beach. For Sale Leasehold: 300,000 Bt and rent 15,000 Bt per month on 3 year lease.

Website Ref: BUSS033. Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@ pattaya-jomtien-property. com. www.pattaya-jomtienproperty.com B E A C H F R O N T RESTAURANT – Na Jomtien In a great beachfront location this popular restaurant with living accommodation above and rooms to rent is offered for sale with 3 years remaining on the lease. Seating for more than 20 with bar, refrigerators, cooler, commercial kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and great sea views. Monthly rent is just 16,000 Bt. For Sale Leasehold: 750,000 Bt. Website Ref: BUSS031. Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@ pattaya-jomtien-property. com. www.pattaya-jomtienproperty.com SHOPHOUSE IN BUSY ‘5STAR’ LOCATION - Single four-storey building in the busiest foot traffic location in Jomtien and near to several hotels and guesthouses. Ground floor presently used as internet and travel office with 3 rooms and small office above. Can convert to bar, massage or retail premises. For Sale Leasehold: Only 350,000 Bt including computers and furniture, monthly rent of 25,000 Bt plus key money. Website Ref: BUSS031. Tel: 085 129 5657.

Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com GUESTHOUSE & BAR -Ideally located profitable 10 room guesthouse and bar. Located in a busy Soi in Central Jomtien and close to the beach is this 3 unit building with the ground floor running as a bar with pool table, music system and large flat screen TV. There is ample room to install a kitchen to offer breakfasts and food to the guests and customers, thus increasing the profits further.

The upper floors contain 10 renovated and fully furnished guest rooms, a store room and maid’s room. An established business. For Sale Leasehold: 3.3m Bt, monthly rent 30,000 Bt plus key money. Website Ref: BUSS019. Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattayajomtien-property.com. www. pattaya-jomtien-property.com

Services Provided

Magna Carta Law Office can assist you in securing loans from a minimum 700,000 up to a maximum of 50 Million Baht through various financial institutions with no credit checks or black marks and no penalty for a bad credit history. All loans are secured against either land or property and we are able to lend you up to 50% of the appraised valuation of your asset. The funds will be available around 10 days from the start of the application. Loans can be for a period of 6 months to 1 year and can be extended for longer if needed. Call either 038-373735 or 081-9833620 to make an appointment.

PAC Co., Ltd. Can renovate your condo at a very reasonable price with very good standard of work. Ring 087 139 1539 for estimates Eng, 087 150 4845 Thai If You are Having a Problem with Your Computer either software or hardware, please phone 0868202577 or 0812951310 (Thai &Eng). I will go to service at your place.

Education & Training

Learn Fruit and Vegetables Carving from a Professional teacher with more than 18 years experience. For inquiries contact Yui at tel no. 086 320 9569 and/or 085 238 5453 or email at yuibua@hotmail.co.th (pta-tk0008)Do you want to Study Thai Language or Thai Culture in Fun & Easy Way? Come to Thankful Knowledge Learning Center. Learn with the native professional teachers.

Affordable price & friendly environment call 038 373 175 or 038 416 493. We speak Thai, English, German & Deutsch.

Apartments for Rent

(ptmafr-r0314)AROMDEE APARTMENTS, quiet, clean, well maintained, with European management. Fan/Ac rooms for rent start from 4,500 baht monthly. Free Wi-Fi, CableTV, Gym, and Car park. Inside Minimart, breakfast dishes, coffee bar/bar, 24 hr laundry,

and CCTV security coverage.

Within walking distance of Big C, Tesco Lotus, and BKK Bus Station North Pattaya.

Phone Thai/Eng.: 082-3043907, Phone Norwegian/ Eng.: 087-329-0300, Office/ Fax: 038-370-861 Web: www. aromdeeapartments.com Email: aromdeeapartment@ hotmail.com

Houses for Sale

(ptmhfs-o2213)Lovely private pool townhouse in Nernplubwan. Spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom plus big kitchen, stylishly furnished.

Internet and cable plus private parking. Comes fully furnished with company. 3.9 million baht. Phone: 083 102 9293 HuayYai- A new modern interior design and refurbishment makes this the real stand out property within this highly popular quiet and secure village. The property offers 3 bedrooms with white high gloss fitted wall units and an en-suite master bedroom, 2 luxurious redesigned bathrooms, brand new white high gloss fitted European kitchen with central island, oven, microwave, large double fridge-freezer, dining area, living room with white high gloss fitted wall-TV unit.

All the standard dark aluminum windows and doors have been totally replaced throughout with high standard white UPVC and mosquito net sliding doors.

The standard sand-wash path and terrace has been replaced and extended with non-slip ceramic tiles to give a covered and uncovered terrace. Large landscaped gardens with more than enough room for a private pool if required although not needed as the property is ideally located next to the huge communal pool and club house with fitness, double garage, maids room and laundry room. Price: 7.9m Bt. Ref Code: HSES128. Tel. 085 129 5657 Email: lam@pattayajomtien-property.com www. pattaya-jomtien-property.com Ban Amphur - A really spacious 4 storey semidetached 340 sqm town house, stylishly finished and furnished in a modern Thai-Bali style offering 3 en-suite bedrooms, 1 guest bedroom (presently used as an office), 4 luxurious bathrooms, fully fitted European kitchen complete with oven and washing machine, dining room, open plan living room, snooker room, top floor lounge-TV room leading onto a large balcony with great views over the sea and Ocean Marina.

A really great value property 200m from the beach and offering great views from the higher floors. Price: 7.99m Bt. Website Ref: HSES112. Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@ pattaya-jomtien-property. com. www.pattaya-jomtienproperty.com

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HOUSES FOR SALE

Great Pattaya Central Home! Selling Price 8.9 Million Baht, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 200 Sqm/71 TLW. (PR6600) Beautiful Home in Jomtien Yacht Club!! Selling Price 29 Million Baht, 4+1 Bedrooms/4+1 Bathrooms, 390 Sqm/212 TLW. (PR5846) Great Phoenix Lakeside Family Home! Selling Price 10.5 Million Baht 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 180 Sqm/200 TLW (PR5035) Spectacular 7 Bedrooms Luxury Resort Style Residence on 3 Rai ! Selling Price 39 Million Baht and 7 Bedrooms/4+2 Bathrooms, 400 Sqm/3 Rai. (PR6004) Stunning New 8 Bedroom Beachfront! Selling Price 65 Million Baht, 8 Bedrooms/8 Bathrooms, 650 Sqm/850 TLW. (PR6536) Great Family Home Near Town! Selling Price 24 Million Baht, 5+1 Bedrooms/7 Bathrooms, 1 Rai/660 Sqm. (PR6363) Stunning Townhome on Jomtien’s Dongtan Beachfront! Selling Price 22 Million Baht, 3 Bedroom/4 Bathrooms, 25 TLW/400 Sqm. (PR6083) Charming Detached House with swimming pool and lovely gardens in Wongamat Location! Selling Price 25 Million Baht, Baht, 3 Bedroom/3 Bathrooms, 300 TLW/300 Sqm. (PR6075) Beautiful Home in Tadarawadi Village For Sale! Selling Price 42,075,000 Million Baht, 4 Bedroom /4 Bathrooms, 526 TLW/769 Sqm. (PR5758) Great Jomtien Park Villa with Very Nice Modern Furniture! Selling Price 34 Million Baht, 4 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 238 TLW/500 Sqm. (PR4176) Gorgeous Lake View Thabali Home! Selling Price 7.5 Million Baht, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 90 TLW/206 Sqm. (PR4465) Great Home in the very popular Siam Royal View! Selling Price 29.9 Million Baht, 4 Bedrooms/5 Bathrooms, 1 Rai/360 Sqm. (PR4211) A Really Unique Estate on One Rai of Land! Selling Price 50 Million Baht, 6 Bedrooms/7 Bathrooms, 1000 Sqm/440 TLW. (PR5052) Great Home in View Talay Villas! Selling Price 12.9 Million Baht, 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms, 160 Sqm/72 TLW. (PR4854) Great Private Estate Home! Selling Price 14.9 Million Baht, 4+1 Bedrooms/5 Bathrooms, 375 Sqm/500 TLW. (PR5365) Fantastic Estate Home For Sale! Selling Price 39 Million Baht, 4+1 Bedrooms/6+1 Bathrooms, 600 Sqm/291 TLW. (PR4516) Grand Estate Home or Resort with Restaurant for Sale with Great Business Opportunity! 8 Guest Suites all with en suite Bathrooms! Americana Antiques in Every Guest Suite! Over 2 Rai of Beautiful Gardens (847 TLW) Absolutely Gorgeous Swimming Pool! 1950’s Rock n Roll era Siam Country Club Roadside Restaurant. (PR5796)

HOUSES FOR RENT

Fantastic Home in Great Developement! Rental Price 110,000 Baht/Month, 4 Bedrooms/5 Bathrooms, 440 Sqm/300 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR2184) Gorgeous and Brand New Marina Home! Rental Price 90,000 Baht/Month, 3+1 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 400 Sqm/120 TLW. (PR3982) Impressive Lakeside Estate Home! Rental Price 125,000 Baht/Month, 5 Bedrooms/6 Bathrooms, 650 Sqm/600 TLW. This is an absolutely fantastic family home right on a lake next to Phoenix Golf Club and in the country just minutes from town. (PR5679) Resort Living just 50 meters from the Beach in Jomtien! Rental Price 75,000 Baht / Month, 4 Bedrooms/5 Bathrooms, 400 Sqm/25 TLW. (PR2977) Lovely Thai Bali Style Homes! Rental Price 75,000 Baht/Month, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 250 Sqm/120 TLW. (PR0112) Nice Rental Home in Phoenix Golf Course Area! Rental Price 95,000 Baht/ Month, 3 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 400 Sqm/600 TLW. (PR5230) Fantastic Home in the Mabprachan Lake Area! Rental Price 80,000 Baht/ Month, 5 Bedrooms/3+1 Bathrooms, 360 Sqm/400 TLW. (PR0193) Very Impressive Nagawari Home for Rent! Rental Price 80,000 Baht/Month, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 250 Sqm/98 TLW. (PR2587) Beachfront Villa with Impressive Interior Design! Rental Price 130,000 Baht/Month, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 350 Sqm/400 TLW. (PR6017)

CONDOS FOR SALE

Incredible Sea Views and Right on the Beachfront! You will be impressed by this spacious 127 square meter fully furnished 2 bedroom 2 bathroom condo apartment with gorgeous sea views. The price has been reduced for immediate sale and is a very good value for someone looking for a breat beachfront home or a great rental property. (PR6471) Spectacular Penthouse For Sale! Selling Price 21 Million Baht, 3 Bedroom/3 Bathroom, 282 Sqm. (PR6517) Wonderfully Designed Luxury Apartment! Selling Price 10.5 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom, 134 Sqm. (PR5559) Beautiful Apartment with Sea Views! Selling Price 12.6 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom, 135 Sqm. (PR4136) Foreigner Ownership in Jomtien’s La Royale! Selling Price 11.95 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom, 148 Sqm. (PR4015) Great Sea Views and In Town Location! Selling Price 29.5 Million Baht, 3 Bedroom/3 Bathroom, 268 Sqm. (PR5786) Ocean front Super Luxury Condominium! Selling Price 26 Million Baht, 3+1 Bedroom/5 Bathrooms, 217 Sqm. (PR6662) High Floor View Talay III Condo Apartment!! Selling Price 14.4 Million Baht, 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms, 198 Sqm. (PR5075) Nicely Decorated Apartment in Town at Northshore! Selling Price 9 Million Baht, 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom, 67 Sqm. (PR4990) Great Sea Views and Stunning Décor in North Pattaya! Selling Price 7.474 Million Baht, 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom, 74 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR4862) Wongamat Bay Sea View Apartment....This Month Huge Reduction! Selling Price is 13.5 Million Baht, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 210 Sqm. (PR3990) Beachfront Living with Stunning Seaviews! Selling Price is 13 Million Baht, 2 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 202 Sqm. (PR5323) Sea, Sunset and Island Views at Jomtien Beach! Selling Price 10 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom. 165 Sqm. (PR6410)

CONDOS FOR RENT

Great Marina Beachfront View! Rental Price is 70,000 Baht/Month, 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms, 157 Sqm. (PR5853) Beachfront Living at its Best for Rent! Rental Price is 42,000-227,500 Baht/ Month, 2-5 Bedrooms/2-5 Bathrooms, 77-450 Sqm. (PRC084) Beachfront Luxury Penthouse Wongamat! Rental Price is 90,000 Baht/Month, 2+1 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 240 Sqm. (PR6500) North Pattaya Beachfront Apartment....Definitely a 5 Star Lifestyle! Rental Price is 100,000 Baht/Month, 3 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 311 Sqm. (PR4262) Modern Designed Beachfront Apartment! Rental Price is 48,000 Baht/Month, 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms, 101 Sqm. (PR5423) Stunning Apartment for Rent in Northshore! Rental Price 40,000 Baht/Month, 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom, 64 Sqm. (PR4570) Fantastically Designed Apartment at Grand Condotel! Rental Price 42,000 Baht/Month, 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom, 95 Sqm. (PR4187)

LAND FOR SALE

Pratamnak Beachfront! Selling Price is 45 Million 203 Tarang Wah. (PLD0903) Na Jomtien Beachfront! 21 Rai 348 Tarang Wah from Sukhumvit 400 meters deep to a 45 meter beachfront! Two low rise buildings with 4 units each set upon a large swimming pool. Purchaser can build up to 70+ floor high rise.

24,188,384 Baht per rai and 60,471 Baht per tarang wah and the entire 21+ rai can be purchased for a selling price of 529,000,000 Baht . (PLD0866) Phoenix Golfcouse Area! Selling Price is 15.8 Million 7 Rai 200 Tarang Wah. (PLD0928)

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

Fantastic Investment with Great Rental Return! 12 Million Baht only for Five (5) spacious 160 square meter 3 bedroom 3 bathroom multiplex houses on 37 Tarang Wah (148 square meters) of land each. That is only 2.4 Million Baht per house! All five (5) houses are currently rented and bringing in 80,000 baht per month total. (PR6164) Grand Estate Home or Resort with Restaurant for Sale with Great Business Opportunity! 8 Guest Suites all with en suite Bathrooms! Americana Antiques in Every Guest Suite! Over 2 Rai of Beautiful Gardens (847 TLW) Absolutely Gorgeous Swimming Pool! 1950’s Rock n Roll era Siam Country Club Roadside Restaurant. (PR5796)

Call Premier Homes Co., Ltd. 038-231-931 and 081-64-2915

E-mail: premier@loxinfo.co.th

www.premierinternatinal.com

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Houses for Sale

East Pattaya - An ideal budget single storey semi-detached home in a small village just 5 minutes from Sukhumvit Road, offering 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, land 22 Tw , living area 65 sqm, Thai style kitchen, covered patio terrace, unfurnished except for one bedroom. The owner has the adjoining house for sale which can be purchased together to make a wonderful and spacious 3 bedroom property.

Price: 1.5m Bt each. Ref Code: HSES121. Tel. 085 129 5657 Email: lam@pattayajomtien-property.com www. pattaya-jomtien-property.com East Pattaya - Located on a spacious corner plot in this popular, quiet and secure village less than 5 minutes from Sukhumvit Road and Central Pattaya, the single storey property is offered living area 150 sqm , land area 390 sqm, unfurnished with 3 bedrooms, 2 luxury bathrooms, European kitchen, living room, dining area, landscaped tropical gardens, communal pool and clubhouse, 24/7 security.

An ideal property for those looking for a quiet and secure village yet near to all amenities.

Price: 4.99m Bt. Website Ref: HSES096. Tel: 085 129 5657.

Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com Great Pattaya Central Home!

Selling Price 8.9 Million Baht, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 200 Sqm/71 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR6600) Beautiful Home in Jomtien Ya c h t C l u b ! ! S e l l i n g Price 29 Million Baht, 4+1 Bedrooms/4+1 Bathrooms, 3 9 0 S q m / 2 1 2 T LW. F o r appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR5846) Great Phoenix Lakeside Family Home! Selling Price 10.5 Million Baht 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 180 Sqm/200 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR5035) Spectacular 7 Bedrooms Luxury Resort Style Residence on 3 Rai ! Selling Price 39 Million Baht and 7 Bedrooms/4+2 Bathrooms, 400 Sqm/3 Rai. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR6004)

Stunning New 8 Bedroom Beachfront! Selling Price 65 Million Baht, 8 Bedrooms/8 Bathrooms, 650 Sqm/850 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR6536) Great Family Home Near To w n ! S e l l i n g P r i c e 2 4 Million Baht, 5+1 Bedrooms/7 Bathrooms, 1 Rai/660 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR6363) S t u n n i n g To w n h o m e o n J o m t i e n ’s D o n g t a n Beachfront! Selling Price 22 Million Baht, 3 Bedroom/4 Bathrooms, 25 TLW/400 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com.

(PR6083) Charming Detached House with swimming pool and lovely gardens in Wongamat Location! Selling Price 25 Million Baht, Baht, 3 Bedroom/3 Bathrooms, 3 0 0 T LW / 3 0 0 S q m . F o r appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com.

(PR6075) Beautiful Home in Tadarawadi Village For Sale! Selling Price 42,075,000 Million Baht, 4 Bedroom /4 Bathrooms, 526 TLW/769 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com.

(PR5758) Great Jomtien Park Villa with Very Nice Modern Furniture! Selling Price 34 Million Baht, 4 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 238 TLW/500 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com.

(PR4176) Gorgeous Lake View Thabali Home! Selling Price 7.5 Million Baht, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 90 TLW/206 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com.

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Great Home in the very popular Siam Royal View!

Selling Price 29.9 Million Baht, 4 Bedrooms/5 Bathrooms, 1 Rai/360 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com.

(PR4211) A Really Unique Estate on One Rai of Land! Selling Price 50 Million Baht, 6 Bedrooms/7 Bathrooms, 1000 Sqm/440 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR5052) Great Home in View Talay Villas! Selling Price 12.9 Million Baht, 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms, 160 Sqm/72 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR4854) Great Private Estate Home!

Selling Price 14.9 Million Baht, 4+1 Bedrooms/5

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Bathrooms, 375 Sqm/500 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR5365) Fantastic Estate Home For Sale! Selling Price 39 Million Baht, 4+1 Bedrooms/6+1 Bathrooms, 600 Sqm/291 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR4516) Grand Estate Home or Resort with Restaurant for Sale with Great Business Opportunity!

8 Guest Suites all with en suite Bathrooms! Americana Antiques in Every Guest Suite! Over 2 Rai of Beautiful Gardens (847 TLW) Absolutely Gorgeous Swimming Pool!

1950’s Rock n Roll era Siam Country Club Roadside Restaurant. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR5796)

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Houses for Sale

View Talay Villas (Jomtien) 4 Bed 3.5 Bath with Private Pool /Private Garage 320 SQM, 11.9 Million THB (Company Name) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@ gmail.com View Talay Villas with Private Swimming Pool, Jomtien 2 bed 1 bath, Sale Price 7.89 million THB. 196 SQM (Company Name) Freehold. Please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com View Talay Villas with Private Swimming Pool, Jomtien 1 bed 1 bath 4.59 million THB. 160 SQM (Thai name) Freehold. Please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com Nirvana Pool Villas 1 3 Bed 3 Bath House with Private Pool/Fully Furnished/ Enclosed Garage 364 SQM. Sale Price: 5.89 Million THB co. name (Freehold) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com View Talay Villas with Private Swimming Pool and Garden2 Stories House 3 Bed 3 Bath / Land 500 Sqm. Living 200 Sqm. fully furnished/private pool/ garden, 12.49 Million Company Name. (Freehold) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@ gmail.com View Talay Villa with Private Swimming Pool, Jomtien 2 bed 2 bath 8.89 million (Company Name) Freehold. Please

call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com Royal Park Village (Jomtien) House 2 Bed 1 Bath, 1 Living Room, Total Size 190 Sqm. / Furnished, European Kitchen, Communal Pool, Sale Price 4.19 Million THB. (Company Name) Freehold. Please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com House at Pratumnak- 2 Bed/2 Bath, private pool and garden, 256 sqm. fully furnished 7.99 Million THB (Company Name) Freehold. Please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com

Houses for Rent

(ptmhfr-2113)OCCASION! Beautiful townhouse (South Pattaya), 2 minutes to city or beach, peaceful and green environment, superbly fully furnished, 3 bedrooms, 2 televisions, ADSL, 4 aircondition, garage. Contact: 081 8628710 T W PA L M R E S O R T (Thepprasit) – House 3 Bed 2 Baths fully furnished, Communal Pool, Price for Rent 25,000 per month for (1 year lease) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com View Talay Villas with Private Swimming Pool, Jomtien 2 bed 2 bath 55,000 THB/Month (1 Year Lease) Fully Equipped Please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com

View Talay Villas with Private Swimming Pool, New Renovated 1 bed 1 bath, Fully furnished, for Rent 35,000 THB/Month (1 Year Lease) Please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@ gmail.com Eakmongkol-Chaiyapruek1House 3 Bed/2 Bath with Private Pool, fully furnished 35,000 TH/Month (1 Year Lease) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@ gmail.com East Pattaya - A two storey townhouse in a very quiet secure development just a 5 minute drive from Sukhumvit Road. Very spacious, well furnished and offering 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, open plan lounge, dining area, European kitchen with oven, car parking, clubhouse, communal pool and 24/7 security. Outstanding value for this large family home. Rent: A minimum rental period of 6 months applies at 20,000 Bt per month or 18,000 Bt for a 1 years lease. Website Ref: HSER011. Tel: 085 129 5657.

Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com Fantastic Home in Great Developement! Rental Price 110,000 Baht/Month, 4 Bedrooms/5 Bathrooms, 4 4 0 S q m / 3 0 0 T LW. F o r appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR2184) Gorgeous and Brand New Marina Home! Rental Price 90,000 Baht/Month, 3+1 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 4 0 0 S q m / 1 2 0 T LW. F o r appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR3982) Impressive Lakeside Estate Home! Rental Price 125,000 Baht/Month, 5 Bedrooms/6 Bathrooms, 650 Sqm/600 TLW. This is an absolutely fantastic family home right on a lake next to Phoenix Golf Club and in the country just minutes from town. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5679) Resort Living just 50 meters from the Beach in Jomtien! Rental Price 75,000 Baht / Month, 4 Bedrooms/5 Bathrooms, 400 Sqm/25 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-29z 15 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR2977)

Lovely Thai Bali Style Homes! Rental Price 75,000 Baht/Month, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 250 Sqm/120 TLW For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR0112) Nice Rental Home in Phoenix Golf Course Area! Rental Price 95,000 Baht/Month, 3 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 4 0 0 S q m / 6 0 0 T LW. F o r appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR5230) Fantastic Home in the Mabprachan Lake Area!

Rental Price 80,000 Baht/ Month, 5 Bedrooms/3+1 Bathrooms, 360 Sqm/400 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR0193) Very Impressive Nagawari Home for Rent! Rental Price 80,000 Baht/Month, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 250 Sqm/98 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR2587) B e a c h f r o n t Vi l l a w i t h Impressive Interior Design!

Rental Price 130,000 Baht/ Month, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 350 Sqm/400 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR6017)

Pool Villas for Sale

Jomtien - A very nice renovation, the detached single storey villa, land area 248 sqm , living area 130 sqm. Stylishly furnished throughout with top quality fittings, 3 bedrooms, 2 luxurious bathrooms, full European white kitchen with oven and microwave, dining area, living room, flat screen LCD TV in every room, private pool, pool side terrace, water features, remote closing gates, communal pool, 24/7 security and just 600m to Jomtien Night Plaza, food market, restaurants, shops and bars. Great value.

Price: 4.99mBt.Website Ref: PLVS142. Tel: 085 129 5657.

Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com

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Pool Villas for Sale

East Pattaya - A spacious and stylishly furnished throughout, executive style pool villa in one of the most popular developments in East Pattaya offering 3 en-suite bedrooms , 230sqm land 480 sqm with built-in units, 4 luxurious bathrooms, fully fitted European kitchen with oven, Thai kitchen, open plan living room and dining area, private 10m pool, terrace, lovely tropical landscaped private gardens, covered parking, 24/7 security and 10 minutes drive to central Pattaya. Must be viewed to fully appreciate what’s on offer.

Price: 6.95m Bt. Website Ref: PLVS190. Tel: 085 129 5657.

Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com East Pattaya - A spacious and stylishly furnished throughout, executive style pool villa in one of the most popular developments in East Pattaya offering 3 en-suite bedrooms with built-in units, 4 luxurious bathrooms, land 480sqm, living area 230 sqm, fully fitted European kitchen with oven, Thai kitchen, open plan living room and dining area, private 10m pool, terrace, lovely tropical landscaped private gardens, covered parking, 24/7 security and 10 minutes drive to central Pattaya. Must be viewed to fully appreciate what’s on offer.

Price: 6.95m Bt. Website Ref: PLVS190. Tel: 085 129 5657.

Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com Bang Saray - A brand new unfurnished 154 sqm single storey pool villa ideally located in a quiet residential area of Bang Saray village and just 500m to the un-spoilt beach.

The villa has been built to European standards offering 3 bedrooms with the two main rooms having direct

access to the pool, 3 luxurious bathrooms, a white fully fitted European kitchen with oven and gas hobs, open plan living room and dining area with step-ceiling and dimmer lights, private pool, poolside terrace, covered parking with remote electronic gate. A great value pool villa close to the beach.

Price: 7.9m Bt. Website Ref: PLVS198. Tel: 085 129 5657.

Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com

Pool Villas for Rent

Pool Villa For Rent – Jomtien - Located in this exclusive new development near to the new Jomtien 2nd Road this modern design single storey pool villa is stylishly finished and furnished throughout offering 2 en-suite bedrooms, 2 luxurious bathrooms, 125 sqm, land area 210 sqm ,high gloss European kitchen, open plan living room and dining area, UPVC windows, private pool, poolside sun terrace, car parking, small park outside the property, 24/7 security and just 700m to the food market and shops and 1km to Jomtien Beach. Minimum rental period of 6 months applies. Rent: 55,000Bt for 6 month lease or 45,000 Bt for 1 year contract.

Website Ref: PLVR289. Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@ pattaya-jomtien-property. com. www.pattaya-jomtienproperty.com

Condos for Sale

(ptmcfs-a2013)Majestic Condominium 32 sqm on 4th floor. Refurbished and fully furnished. 32-inch LCD TV, DVD. Euro kitchen. A/C. Pictures, plants, etc. Lovely views from balcony. Only 790,000 baht for quick sale (in foreign name). Call 087139-1570 (English) (ptmcfs-s2113)Pratumnak Hill – Khiang Talay Only 200m from the beach. Good deal – condo 42 sqm. Terrace balcony, new kitchen. All

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convenient – swimming pool, fitness, 24hrs security. Price 1.3M Contact 080-772-7717 THE CHEAPEST A PA RT M E N T P E R SQUARE METER IN PAT TAYA , I N T H E PAT TAYA R U N G FA CONDOMINIUM. 144 sqm corner penthouse, 10th floor, 2 bedrooms, huge lounge, 3 bathrooms, lovely views needs complete renovation. Only 12,500 baht per square meter.

Give away at 1.8 Mil Baht. (can go in foreign name). Be very quick. Call 087 139 1539.

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B E A C H M O U N TA I N 2 CONDOMINIUM JOMTIEN OFF SOI CHAIYAPRUEK 1. 800 meters to beach (Built 2010).

7th floor corner, 37 sqm studio, big balcony for distant sea views, fully furnished, big screen TV, kitchen, big bathroom, pictures, plants, etc., Facilities such as swimming pool, fitness center, shop.

Good quiet location. Very cheap price1.39 Mil Baht. In foreign name. Call 087 139 1539, 087 139 1570 (English).

MAJESTIC JOMTIEN CONDOMINIUM.700 Meters Jomtien Beach.60 sqm, 1 bedroom, 1 living room apartment, 3rd floor.

Beautifully renovated with fully equipped Euro kitchen, all matching furniture, 2 big screen TVs, 2 ACs, big bathroom, 2 big balconies overlooking garden and swimming pool.

Very cheap price 1.69 Mil Baht. In foreign name. Call 087 139 1539, 087 139 1570 (English).

Nam Talay - The owner has three 26 sqm studio units sideby-side so the purchaser has three choices, to purchase a single studio or two studios to make a 1 bedroom unit or to buy all three studios to make a 78 sqm two bedroom condo. Each studio has luxury bathroom, European kitchen, fitted wardrobes and the developer’s full furniture package. The buildings are due for completion end of 2014 complete with communal pool, fitness, 24/7 security and are located just 200m from the beach, next to the forthcoming Centara Grand Hotel & Resort. Price: 1.4m Bt each in foreign names. Ref Code: CDOS787. Tel. 085 129 5657 Email: lam@pattayajomtien-property.comwww. pattaya-jomtien-property.com

Avatara - With great sea views from Koh Larn down to Bang Saray and just 40m back from the beach, this high floor unit is superbly finished and stylishly furnished throughout with a stunning interior renovation by one Pattaya’ leading interior designers offering 68sqm 1 bedroom with fitted wardrobes and large balcony, 1 luxurious bathroom with open shower, fully fitted European kitchen with breakfast bar, open plan living room with large balcony, roof top infinity pool, Jacuzzi, fitness, key card entry, 24/7 security, Wifi and just 40m walk to the beach, numerous fish restaurants, shops, and taxis. A contemporary building, which does set it aside, in a quiet secluded location.

This is a ‘must view’, to fully appreciate this beautiful beachfront location and the extensive interior design. For Sale: 6.9m Bt in foreign name.

Website Ref: CDOS582. Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@ pattaya-jomtien-property. com. www.pattaya-jomtienproperty.com The Gallery - Very popular new modern low rise buildings ideally located in Central Jomtien, just 150m from the new Night Plaza and the beach. This high floor sea view studio, 29.5 sqm has been stylishly and expensively furnished throughout with fitted wardrobe and LCD TV, luxurious bathroom, European kitchen, roof top infinity edge communal pool, sundeck, fitness, key card entry, reception, 24/7 security. For Sale: 1.89m Bt in foreign name. Website Ref: CDOS710. Tel: 085 129 5657.

Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com Park Lane Resort REDUCED: High floor 36 sqm unit offers some sea views in this new low rise resort style building just 800m from Jomtien Beach, offering 1 bedroom, luxurious bathroom, European kitchen, stylishly furnished, huge 1600m lagoon style pool, 24/7 security. For Sale: 1.57m Bt in foreign name.

Website Ref: CDOS225. Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@ pattaya-jomtien-property. com. www.pattaya-jomtienproperty.com Centara Avenue Residence - A stylish top floor 30 sqm studio in these new exclusive hotel and residence buildings located in the heart of the city

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due for completion end of 2014, early 2015. Superbly finished with European kitchen, luxurious bathroom, fitted wardrobes, balcony, communal pool, fitness, CCTV, 24/7 security, key card entry and just minutes away from the night life, shopping malls. For Sale: 2.35m Bt in foreign name. Website Ref: CDOS783. Tel: 085 129 5657.

Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com Incredible Sea Views and Right on the Beachfront!

You will be impressed by this spacious 127 square meter fully furnished 2 bedroom 2 bathroom condo apartment with gorgeous sea views.

The price has been reduced for immediate sale and is a very good value for someone looking for a breat beachfront home or a great rental property.

For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR6471) Spectacular Penthouse For Sale! Selling Price 21 Million Baht, 3 Bedroom/3 Bathroom, 282 Sqm For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR6517) Wo n d e r f u l l y D e s i g n e d Luxury Apartment! Selling Price 10.5 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom, 134 Sqm For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR5559)

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Beautiful Apartment with Sea Views! Selling Price 12.6 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom, 135 Sqm For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR4136) Foreigner Ownership in Jomtien’s La Royale! Selling Price 11.95 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom, 148 Sqm For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR4015) Great Sea Views and In Town Location! Selling Price 29.5 Million Baht, 3 Bedroom/3 Bathroom, 268 Sqm For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR5786) Ocean front Super Luxury Condominium! Selling Price 26 Million Baht, 3+1 Bedroom/5 Bathrooms, 217 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR6662) High Floor View Talay III Condo Apartment!! Selling Price 14.4 Million Baht, 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms, 198 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5075)

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Condos for Sale

Nicely Decorated Apartment in Town at Northshore!

Selling Price 9 Million Baht, 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom, 67 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR4990) Great Sea Views and Stunning Décor in North Pattaya!

Selling Price 7.474 Million Baht, 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom, 74 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR4862) Wongamat Bay Sea View Apartment....This Month Huge Reduction! Selling Price is 13.5 Million Baht, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 210 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR3990) Beachfront Living with Stunning Seaviews! Selling Price is 13 Million Baht, 2 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 202 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th

or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR5323) Sea, Sunset and Island Views at Jomtien Beach!

Selling Price 10 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom.

165 Sqm, For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR6410) Romchok Condo View 5 – 1 Bed/ 2 Bath 80 Sqm. fully furnished 2.79 Million THB (Foreign Name) High Floor please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@ gmail.com Romchok Condo View 5 – Studio/ 1 Bath 40 Sqm. furnished 1.39 Million THB (Foreign Name) High Floor with Sea View. please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com View Talay 1B (Jomtien Side) – Studio/ 1 Bath 38 Sqm. Furnished 1.289 Million THB (Foreign Name) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com Jomtien Beach (A) - New Renovated Corner Unit Condo 1 Bed / 1 Bath with Sea View, 75 Sqm. Fully furnished 3.690.000 THB.(Foreign Name) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com The Cliff PratamnakCondo 1 Bed / 2Bath 76 Sqm. High Floor-Sea View, Fully Fitted, Price 4,475,000 THB. (Thai Name) please

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call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com View Talay 2B – 10th floor Jomtien Seaview 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 76 (Sqm): 2,890,000 THB. (Thai Name) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com Park Lane Resort – Condo 1 Bed/1 Bath 36 Sqm. pool view, fully furnished 1.649 Million THB- Owner Financing Available (Foreign Name) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@ gmail.com Park Lane Resort – Condo 1 Bed/1 Bath 36 Sqm. garden view, fully furnished 1.59 Million THB- Owner F i n a n c i n g Av a i l a b l e (Foreign Name) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com Star Beach Condo – 1 Bed/1 Bath, 69 Sqm. sea & pool views, fully furnished 3.59 Million THB- Owner Financing Available (Foreign Name) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com

Condos for Rent

(ptmcfr-u0013)The Cove – Ultra luxury residence in Wongamat’s best location.

Ocean front living with stunning, unobstructed views over Pattaya Bay.3 beds, 2 baths, 235 sqm. Fully furnished. Rent 180,000 THB/ month. Call: +66 89 213 0248 (Eng/German). Email: axisamproperty@yahoo.com MAJESTIC JOMTIEN CONDOMINIUM 800 METERS FROM BEACH. Lovely 30 sqm studio, fully furnished, everything you need, 5th floor. Only 7,000 Baht per month. Call 087 139 1539, 087 139 1570 (English).

View Talay 1A – Nice studio 32 Sqm. On Top floor with sea view, fully furnished for rent 12,000 THB/Month (1 Year Lease) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com Paradise Park(Jomtien) – Brand New Condo 1 Bed 1 Bath, 36 Sqm. Fully furnished, Large communal pool, restaurant, gym, 11,000 THB/ Month (1 Year Lease) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com Park Lane Resort- 1 Bed/1 Bath, 36 sqm. direct gate to pool, fully furnished, Large communal pool, restaurant, gym, 13,000 THB/Month (1 Year Lease) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com Park Lane Resort- 1 Bed/1 Bath, 36 sqm. city view, fully furnished, Large communal pool, restaurant, gym, 12,500 THB/Month (1 Year Lease) internet include please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com

Paradise Residence - Stylishly finished and furnished throughout in these new modern buildings just 100m from the beach and Jomtien 2nd Road, offering 1 bedroom 53 sqm, with fitted wardrobes, 1 luxurious bathroom, European kitchen, living room with large LCD TV, dining area, large balcony overlooking the communal pool, key card entry, 24/7 security and a minute walk to numerous restaurants, shops, bars and taxis. Minimum rental period of 6 month applies.

Price: 20,000 Baht per month, long term lease only .Ref Code: CDOR390. Tel. 085 129 5657 Email: lam@pattayajomtien-property.com www. pattaya-jomtien-property.com Jomtien Beach - A low floor studio32 sqm, in these popular buildings, nicely furnished throughout with fitted wardrobes, luxury bathroom, European kitchen, balcony, huge communal pool, key card entry, 24/7 security, mini-mart, laundry, cafes, bars, internet, travel agents all on-site and just a short stroll to numerous restaurants, shops, bars and taxis. Minimum rental 1 year..

Price : 10,000 Bt per month.

Website Ref: CDOR392. Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@ pattaya-jomtien-property. com. www.pattaya-jomtienproperty.com Great Marina Beachfront View! Rental Price is 70,000 Baht/Month, 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms, 157 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR5853) Beachfront Living at its Best for Rent! Rental Price is 42,000-227,500 Baht/Month, 2-5 Bedrooms/2-5 Bathrooms, 77-450 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PRC084) Beachfront Luxury Penthouse Wongamat! Rental Price is 90,000 Baht/Month, 2+1 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 240 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR6500) North Pattaya Beachfront Apartment....Definitely a 5 Star Lifestyle! Rental Price is 100,000 Baht/Month, 3 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms,

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311 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR4262) Modern Designed Beachfront Apartment! Rental Price is 48,000 Baht/Month, 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms, 101 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR5423) Stunning Apartment for Rent in Northshore! Rental Price 40,000 Baht/Month, 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom, 64 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR4570) Fantastically Designed Apartment at Grand Condotel! Rental Price 42,000 Baht/Month, 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom, 95 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR4187)

Land for Sale

Pratamnak Beachfront!

Selling Price is 45 Million 203 Tarang Wah For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PLD0903) Na Jomtien Beachfront! 21 Rai 348 Tarang Wah from Sukhumvit 400 meters deep to a 45 meter beachfront! Two low rise buildings with 4 units each set upon a large swimming pool. Purchaser can build up to 70+ floor high rise. 24,188,384 Baht per rai and 60,471 Baht per tarang wah and the entire 21+ rai can be purchased for a selling price of 529,000,000 Baht . For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PLD0866) Phoenix Golfcouse Area!

Selling Price is 15.8 Million 7 Rai 200 Tarang Wah For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PLD0928)

Property Wanted

WE HAVE CASH BUYERS WA I T I N G : f o r V i e w Talay Villas, View Talay Condominium 1, 2 & 5, and Park Lane Resort Jomtien.

They can transfer at the land office in 5 days, if you want to sell. Please call 082-447-0442 or email dew@bbpasia.net

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Tips & Advice die during the flight. Thus they may require a nurse or even a doctor to accompany him. Choose an airline and start the procedure is my advice.

Down and Out Q: A friend of mine, who is 78 and ill, has run out of money in Thailand and has nobody to fund his repatriation back to UK. He has a modest amount in a UK bank but has lost his password and cannot access it online. Surely there must be someone or some organization out there who can financially assist this old man get proper medical care back in his own country?

A: You can only get the exact attitude of this man’s embassy by contacting the consular affairs section. It has been my experience that embassies largely restrict their services to offering to contact friends or relatives worldwide to send cash to help out. If he is able, your friend should write to his bank in UK and explain about the password. The bank will at some stage want to speak to him personally by phone, but it is possible (not certain) they will reactivate the account.

Fit to travel Q: I have a friend in his 80s who wants to return to his home country because he is sick and no longer wants to live in Thailand. He has the funds to return but we are not sure of the procedure. He has a Thai retirement visa but is unclear whether he should cancel it or not. He suffers from a serious heart condition and is an unsteady walker on some days, but I think he is fit to travel. Have you any advice?

A: There is certainly no harm in informing his embassy, in view of the circumstances, although they are not responsible for the travel plans of their nationals so it is not essential. No need to cancel the visa. The big issue is whether the airline is willing to accommodate a man in the condition you describe. The possession of a ticket and the opinion of his friends are not good enough. Each airline has its own procedures, usually including the submission of a detailed form and medical documents.

The airline is the key player in the scenario you describe as the last thing they want is for a passenger to fall really sick or to

Lionel McCarthy

A former bank executive who spent his later years running Duc’s, a bar and coffee shop near Soi 17, has died after suffering a sudden heart attack. Lionel McCarthy, popularly known as Duc, had previously worked as an executive for several international banks in Europe and in the Far East. Although born in UK, his family lived in Australia where his mother still resides.

As a bar owner Duc hosted quiz evenings and book sales and was generally seen as the type of publican who tried to create a “pub” atmosphere. He had a large collection of books and DVDs which were available to his customers on a sale or return basis, and was regarded as an expert on classic movies of which his favorites were Casablanca and Gone with the Wind.

He retired from bank responsibilities in 2000 and had rarely left the country until his untimely death in early June. He often enthralled his customers with tales about the history of Pattaya nightclubs on which subject he claimed to be a homespun expert.

Late passport Q: I am still waiting for my new British passport after a wait of two months. But, shortly, both my visa runs out as well as my 90 days report. If my passport does not arrive in time, I will need to pay a lot of fine money to the Immigration Bureau. Surely this is unfair when the lateness is not my fault. You may have seen on the internet that the British government admits there is a logjam of passport applications.

A: Going into overstay is likely to cost you more than the 90 days. Thai authorities are not responsible for delays in embassies so you are unlikely to get any discretion I imagine.

The one thing you could do, unless the new passport arrives very soon, is to visit the immigration with your current passport if you have it. You could perhaps renew your 90 days using the old one and may even get a new one-year visa – but only if the passport isn’t full or is nearing expiry. In other words, whether you can do anything about this probably depends on the status of your current passport. Obviously if you have lost it or it has expired, you have no chance to avoid the fines. It is for reasons like this that the Immigration Bureau has suggested renewing your passport a year or more ahead of its expiry date.

Bangladeshi query Q: I am a citizen of Bangladesh who obtained a two months tourist visa at Dhaka which are almost used up. If I go to Cambodia will I be able to obtain a new visa from Phnom Penh. Are there any other countries which will enable me to come to Thailand again?

A: You could, of course, extend your current visa by 30 days at a Thai Immigration office. But you need to return to Dhaka to obtain another visa to visit Thailand. It is not possible at the moment for citizens of Bangladesh to go on a visa run to obtain a new visa as you hope.

Same-sex marriage Q: To settle an argument, can my same-sex partner and I get married at the British embassy in Bangkok. I am a UK citizen.

A: No. The Thai government does not currently recognize gay marriage or civil partnerships. Some embassies do perform the ceremony but only if the host government recognizes the procedure. Further details are on the British government websites dealing with marriage and civil partnerships.

Duc notoriously was reluctant to visit hospitals or to see to his own health issues.

He had been ill for several days before his death but had not sought medical advice.

The funeral was held at Wat Chaimongkol, South Pattaya, on June 15 and was attended by around 50 expats and Thais.

Lionel McCarthy was 65.

Snap Judgment A very different coup When the history books are written, they will surely distinguish between the 2014 military putsch and its predecessors. Military intervention in 1991 and 2006 quickly led to the army washing its hands and passing over control to interim governments led by Anand Panyarachun and General Surayud Chulanont, respectively. Both of them tried to avoid being viewed as puppets of the military.

But it’s all very different this time. Army chief and junta head General Prayuth Chan-ocha is a real reformer and could well become the country’s interim prime minister under a government likely to be nominated in August or September.

By that time, the general will be retiring on age grounds from his army job.

Such a transition would once have been regarded as unthinkable. But not now. Indeed, it is probable that the majority of people in Thailand would actually welcome the move as they believe that strong and decisive leadership is needed if the country is to undertake major political and economic reform.

General Prayuth, unlike previous coup leaders, has already undertaken a number of reforms which have attracted wide public support. They include paying the farmers their due under the admittedly discredited populist subsidy scheme of the overthrown government, beginning to tackle entrenched corruption and promoting a “return happiness to Thais” campaign by free movies and free World Cup matches. The abolition of the curfew has also been a feather in the general’s cap.

Initial public reaction abroad was negative as you would expect as the word “coup” is a boo term in anybody’s vocabulary. In particular, the western nations simply pulled out of the bottom drawer their prepared speeches on the need to have a general election as quickly as possible. This hostility has recently been tempered with the United States in particular motioning that it is still friends with Bangkok.

It was always unthinkable that president Obama would abandon Thailand and allow China to replace American influence. The ASEAN states have on the whole adopted the position that they should not meddle in the internal affairs of other countries.

What is clear is that the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO), the mouthpiece of the junta, has learned from the mistakes of previous coups. The 2006 putsch was a disaster from the coup makers’ perspective. It was called to curtail corruption and to end the influence of the Shinawatra clan. In practice precisely the opposite was the actual outcome. General Prayuth recognizes the need to use his powers to bring about real change. This is something both new and revolutionary in Thai political thinking.

Of course, everything could unwind. The honeymoon period for the junta won’t last for forever, although, so far, there has been very little substantial complaint. Many of the government’s opponents, particularly the red-shirted ones, have been shunted into silence as part of the deal to free them after they were told to report to the military authorities for a chat. The real test will likely come after the repeal of martial law with its court decisions which cannot be appealed.

Politically, Thailand remains divided under the surface.

Much remains to be done, not least the recovery of international tourist confidence, but there is a sense at the moment that Thailand is on a path to genuine reform, even to reconciliation. By the end of this year, it will be possible to know whether the belief is well-founded or an illusion.

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Local Sports Local and International Motorsports Report Recent Race Updates: 2014 F1 News: Nico Rosberg won the Austrian Grand Prix from teammate Lewis Hamilton to extend his championship lead to 29 points. Massa takes pole in shock with Bottas on an all front row with Williams F1 onetwo a Williams first since 2003.

Upcoming Race: Jul 04-06 British GP, Silverstone www.formula1.com (free live timing and scoring online) **All events will be shown on Star Sports Asia 2014 NASCAR News: Carl Edwards claimed the first road course win of his NASCAR Sprint Cup career on Sunday with victory in the Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway. Jamie McMurray proved the master of Sonoma Raceway with his 3rd pole and 2nd in a row even with NASCAR’s new qualifying elimination round format in its first use at a road course event at Sonoma this weekend.

Upcoming Races: Jul 05 Daytona International Speedway Jul 13 New Hampshire Motor Speedway www.nascar.com (free live timing and scoring online) **All events will be shown on Star Sports Asia 2014 Indy Car News: Ryan Hunter-Reay earned 2.5 million USD or a whopping 82.2 million THB for his 1 race victory May 25 in the 98th running of the Indianapolis 500 Mile Race. Hunter-Reay held off Helio Castroneves by .0600 of a second in a six-lap duel to claim his first Indy 500 victory. HunterReay is the first American Driver to win “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” since Sam Hornish Jr in 2006.

Upcoming Races: Jul 06 P ocono INDYCAR 500 (Long Pond, PA) Jul 12 I owa Corn Indy 300 (Newton, Iowa) www.indycar.com (free live timing and scoring online) **All events will be shown on Star Sports Asia

PSC 133rd monthly golf tournament Following the previous weeks’ AGM, former golf chairman Joe Mooneyham was elected vice president and Mark West golf chairman. Today’s tournament was the swan song for Joe and an introduction to Mark.

It being the low season, the number of players was fewer than normal but all had an enjoyable day with the weather not too hot and the course in good shape. Despite the infiltration of a couple of 5 balls, all rounds were completed in around 4 hours.

On the reception desk were Joe, Mark and Nigel. Many took the opportunity of meeting Mark and wishing him well, acknowledging that Joe would be a hard act to follow.

Later Joe and Mark received the cards and clearly there were going to be some good scores.

The low gross winner was Mike Allidi (3) with a great 72 – gross.

Jeff Wylie (6) took ‘A’ flight with a net 74.

An unusual situation in ‘B’ flight occurred when 3 players all came in with 41 points, the count-back went to the last 3 holes with Wolfram Krueger (17) being declared the winner.

‘C’ flight produced the best Stableford of the day with Malcolm Farquharson (26) coming in with 43 points.

Just a few ladies today; one with 41 points: Rungratree Puangsal (12) was a clear winner.

It was an early finish so many went home before going to The Players Lounge for the presentation and buffet. Most players came for the presentation with many bringing their

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partners and families to enjoy the excellent food and drink. Nigel introduced Joe and Mark. Joe expressed his appreciation for the support the PSC members had given him over the last 4 years and thanked the office staff, William, Noy, and Nigel, as well as management and staff of The Players Lounge.

Mark said he had already appointed a golf committee to assist in him as golf chairman and wished Joe well as VP. Nigel then announced the winners and Joe presented the prizes. The 50/50 draw was won

by Bryan Neal.

The next PSC monthly is scheduled for July 25 at Pattana Golf Course with the buffet and presentation at Shenanigans in Jomtien.

Note this is a change in date.

Stuvik scores double victory in Spain Sandy Kraokaew Stuvik won both races in the third round of the EuroFormula Open Championship at Jerez Circuit in Spain last week. The Thai driver clinched pole position for the first race, in front of Polish championship leader and teammate Artur Janosz.

Stuvik proved untouchable as he gradually pulled away from the pursuing Formula 3 cars, winning the race, with Janosz in second and Israel’s Yarin Stern in third.

In the morning qualifying round for the

second race, Janosz secured pole position; Spain’s Alex Palou took second place, and Stuvik third.

As the race started Janosz cut in the front of Palou, earning a drive-through penalty. Stuvik overtook the Spanish driver through turns three and four.

After Janosz served his penalty, the Thai driver found himself in a solid lead and finished 6 seconds ahead of second-placed Palou. Again Stern won third place.

Stuvik is now firmly in the lead of the

championship with 124 points; Janosz has 93 points, and Palou 87 points. The fourth found is July 4 to 6 at Hungaroring Circuit in Hungary.

After the race, the Thai driver thanked Team RP Motorsport “for giving me such a fantastic Formula 3 car and for being able to build the car so well around my driving style.”

Stuvik races for the Royal Automobile Association of Thailand and is sponsored by The Pizza Company, Singha Corporation and Dacon Inspection Services.

2014 MotoGP News: Repsol Honda’s Marc Marquez clinches seventh straight MotoGP victory with spectacular triumph in Catalunya after last-lap battle with teammate Dani Pedrosa. Pedrosa gifted second place to Movistar Yamaha’s superstar Valentino Rossi when he touched Marquez’ rear wheel Upcoming Race: Jul 13 Germany MotoGP

www.motogp.com (free live timing and scoring online) **All events will be shown on Star Sports Asia 2014 Le Mans 24 Hours: ‘Ups and downs’ but favors Audi again at annual Lemans race. The #1 Audi survived technical dramas to deliver Audi its 13th Le Mans win and a third for drivers Lotterer, Treluyer and Fassler. Top 3 in LMP1: 1. Germany Audi Sport Joest R18 e-Tron, 2. Germany Audi Sport Joest R18 e-Tron, 3. Japan Toyota TS040 Hybrid LMP1. **Local Thailand Motorsports Schedules 2014** Race 3 & 4 5-6 July 2014 Bira, Pattaya* Race 5 & 6 1-2 November 2014 BRIC, Buriram* Race 7 & 8 10-14 December 2014 Bangsaen, Chonburi* * date and venue subject to change

Massa takes pole in Belgium a shock Williams F1 one-two

NISSAN first Le Mans car using electric power, but took early exit www.thailandsuperseries.net Photo credit to Crash.net Bobby Brooks™ Follow me on Twitter: @racebobby

Stuvik winning Race 1 of Round 3 at Jerez Circuit

Stuvik now in the lead of the championship after winning Race 2 of Round 3

PSC Golf from The Growling Swan

Pleasant Valley, Stableford Pleasant Valley was the venue for our first game this week with 24 on the starting sheet.

Buckers was back from the UK and his “driver” Tom Cotton also presented himself again. We also welcomed back Alan Ray from Melbourne and Steve Truelove from Sydney. It was sadly time to say farewell to Greg Preferment who is returning to Sydney.

After exiting Pattaya effortlessly we headed North up number 7 and arrived at the golf course just 40 minutes later. The car park was nearly empty so after a quick check in we were all raring to go and told that we would be starting on the 10th tee which quite frankly is not my first option but “it is what it is.” The weather was good, hot with some breeze, and the course was looking in very good shape. Our first four ball got away 15 minutes ahead of our allotted time at 9:45 a.m. and with no-one directly in front of us we proceeded at a reasonable pace. As mentioned earlier the course was very good although damp in parts so we played preferred lies through the greens and the greens were somewhat slow with a couple of them having residual sand on them. We stopped for a drinks break just before the fourth tee and after continuing managed to complete an enjoyable round of golf with good company in four hours and 15 minutes.

We had two divisions – A for handicaps 0 to 17 and B for golfers on handicaps of 18 and over with three places in each division. There were also rewards for nearest-the-pin on all the par threes and longest first putts on the 9th & 18th greens.

It was close at the top of division A with two golfers on 43 points and the resultant countback saw first place being awarded to Mike “Hunter” Gosden (23 point back nine) with Bob Akapita (18 point back nine) finishing second.

Another count-back with two golfers on 38

points resulted in Gerd Riedler (20 point back nine) being awarded third place with Mike Allidi (19 point back nine) just missing out.

Ken Hole lost two shots off his handicap after the previous Thursday’s 49 points at Bangpakong but it didn’t seem to bother him as he scored 41 points and was the winner in B division. With two golfers on 40 points another count-back was needed and resulted in second spot going to Patrick Poussier (19 point back nine) with Sandy “Cyndi Lauper” Leiper (18 point back nine) finishing third.

Results for Pleasant Valley: Division A – 0 to 17 1st – Mike Gosden (13) – 43 points 2nd – Bob Akapita (17) – 43 points 3rd – Gerd Riedler (7) - 38 points Division B – 18 & over 1st – Ken Hole (18) – 41 points 2nd – Patrick Poussier (23) - 40 points 3rd – Sandy Leiper (33) - 40 points NTP’s 5th – Ken Hole 8th – Gerd Riedler 13th – Steve Truelove 17th – Ken Hole LFP’s 9th – Steve Truelove 18th – Paul Kennedy The Growling Swan NAGA Award, (awarded to the golfer who has the worst score on the day and discreetly their score is not made public) was won by Tom Cotton who accepted the award like the good sport that he is. Gerd then kindly paraded Deefa the Dog and of course collected many donations for the needy in Pattaya from our generous Growling Swan Golfers. We then returned to The

by Peter Blackburn

Growling Swan for several Aussie cold, low priced beers and discussed the day’s events with “Notso” once again proud of his continued good form but sadly missing out on a podium position.

Growling Swan Golf, home of friendly golf in Pattaya, welcomes golfers of any persuasion – low and high handicappers alike, female golfers and beginners. We generally play Mondays and Thursdays, meeting at The Growling Swan in Soi Chaiyapoon at 8 a.m. For bookings or more information please contact Peter on 0806 351 386 or email to petermalcolmblackburn@gmail. com We also play bowls out of the Growling Swan every Wednesday and Sunday. Sunday is Lawn Bowls and Wednesday is Indoor Bowls.

All are welcome. Transport leaves The Growling Swan at 10 a.m. each morning. For more information please contact Paul Rennison on 084 345 4005.

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Tips & Advice QUICK TIP

If you want to improve the appearance of your brass fixtures and ornaments, rub them down with olive oil after each polishing. Just moisten a soft cloth with olive and wipe. The brass will look brighter, will require less polishing and will resist tarnishing.

Rain Bane Pattaya has had some heavy rains lately, Andy, as you know, and I think that’s the reason our tap water is discolored (actually, just plain filthy). I don’t expect you to do anything about that, but maybe you can tell us what to do about the tainted water causing stains in our toilet bowl and sink. Both my wife and I have scrubbed and used all kinds of cleaning products, but the stains won’t come out. What is the best way to clean them and get rid of the stains?

Norman Empty your toilet bowl of water and let it—as well as your sink—dry out. Meanwhile, prepare a paste of cream of tartar and hydrogen peroxide. Apply the paste to the toilet and sink surfaces, scrubbing as you do so, and then let the solution dry. Once dry, scrub again, and then rinse thoroughly.

Curry Worry Quick question, Andy. I made a curry dish the other night and now—four days later—the pungent odor lingers in my microwave. Now I worry that I’ll never be able to get rid of the curry smell. Any ideas?

Hattie Quick answer, Hattie. Chop half a lemon into 4 pieces and put them in a small bowl of water with a few whole cloves. Boil in microwave for 5 minutes.

Your friend’s advice is valid as is your concern, Katrina.

But there is more to it than that. First of all, the reason a paper filter should be used is because it removes a substance in the coffee that causes increased LDL cholesterol. Coffee beans contain cafestol, a substance that significantly increases levels of cholesterol by inhibiting the body’s ability to process cholesterol. Paper filters remove this substance from the brewed coffee; basket filters do not.

As to white filters containing an unhealthy substance that causes cancer, you no doubt are referring to dioxins, which the World Health Organization has labeled “highly toxic.” True, dioxins are found in chlorine bleached coffee filters, and they do get transferred to your coffee. But not all white coffee filters are chlorine bleached. A. Engler of Boncafe (Thailand) Co., Ltd. assures me that white filter papers manufactured for the Thai-Swiss gourmet coffee organization contain no dioxins because they are not chlorine bleached. Boncafe coffee filters are actually made with an ECF (Elemental Chlorine Free) whitening process; they are totally safe, help protect against LDL cholesterol, and allow the full coffee flavor to come through.

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I have tile popping off the walls in my bathroom, Andy.

The wall behind the tiles looks crumbly. It is in the area above the toilet and underneath the window. What is going on here? How extensive is the repair job going to be?

Jenson

Chrome Moan I installed new chrome faucets in my bathroom and kitchen, but they have already become dull, coated with something that I think is either lime deposits or maybe an accumulation of soap residue. Normal scrubbing doesn’t work. What does?

Ben Vinegar might be your best bet, Ben. To get rid of lime deposits on a faucet, pour about half a cup of clear, white distilled vinegar into a plastic bag and tie it around the fixture. Leave it there for two or three hours, which should be enough time for the mineral deposits to dissolve. After removing the baggie, wipe the chrome clean. You may need to follow up by scrubbing with an old toothbrush. If the chrome is discolored because of soap buildup, scrub with a solution of 1 part salt to 4 parts white vinegar.

A friend told me that I should use paper filters in my drip coffee maker even though it already has a basket filter. My fear is that filter papers for coffee are bleached and may seep cancer causing toxins into the coffee. What can you add to the dialogue, Andy?

Katrina

If you guys don’t like noise, Pattaya may not be ideal for you. Thais seem to be unfazed by the cacophony of sounds surrounding them, yet many farang object strongly.

Beyond wearing ear plugs, here are a few suggestions: To reduce external noises—but only by about 30 percent-you can apply Acousti-Coat, a latex-based paint, to walls and ceilings. It also covers surface imperfections and reduces the transfer of heat through the painted surface.

There also are various types of wall coverings that absorb sound--from plain fabric wallpaper to acoustical wall coverings; most come in solid colors with ribbing or texture.

Choose polyester over other materials as it has the best properties for absorbing sound vibration.

As an option, you can apply cork tile squares to the wall. These are easy to install and can be wallpapered over if you need a more decorative finish. Another alternative is inexpensive foam-backed "indoor outdoor" carpet. When applied on the walls it works well to deaden sound. As for your windows, double-paned and vinyl-frame windows are the best sound barriers, but they are not inexpensive. Heavy lined drapes also work. Finally, install a solid wood door with a good seal to keep sound from coming in under the jamb. Weather-strip it well and make sure you have a tightfitting threshold or door sweep.

Noise Nightmare Our dream home in paradise has become our nightmare, Andy. Street noises blaring from oversized speakers on passing trucks, music from neighbors’ homes, emergency vehicle sirens, dogs barking, rowdy teenagers in the streets and next door—all are driving us crazy. Can you suggest any way to inexpensively soundproof our home?

Kevin and Rudy

I can only imagine what "crumbly" means, Jenson. I suspect that you have water that has entered your walls from the window above. In any event, it looks like you have to repair or replace the wall section. I did this a few years ago for a similar problem (when I had a window in the shower stall). I removed all the tiles and old rotting wall and replaced a couple of wall studs that were rotting as well.

After putting in new drywall, I opted for a new surround shower unit rather than tile. If you think that you can do this on your own then go for it. (I like doing that kind of work, but that is by no means an offer to do it for you.) However, there are good self-employed handy men in the Pattaya area that can do the work for you quite inexpensively. First check your window for leaks.

Signs of Our Times Seen in the front yard of a funeral home: "Drive carefully. We'll wait."

--Handy Andy

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Our Community Beach fun day at Pinnacle Jomtien Resort

by Nancy Aly-Hegazy, Special Events Chair PILC Pattaya International Ladies Club (PILC) hosted another of its special events on Saturday, June 14. This time it was at the lovely Pinnacle Resort in Jomtien and was a fun-filled day brimming with pool and beach games, prizes, good food, music and even some dancing.

Thank you to all our members and friends who joined us. Though we were nervous about the cloudy conditions and rain we had that morning, the day turned out to be perfect. We had approximately 85 people attend on the day and it was great to see so many different nationalities and families from all over Pattaya.

Our daytime activities centered around our young families and were held at Pinnacle’s kids pool. We were extremely fortunate to have our special friend Margaret Grainger, from Hand to Hand Foundation, help us out. Hand to Hand

brought special helpers from Play Around the World to ensure the children were entertained.

The fun continued well into the evening at Pinnacle’s beachside restaurant for a BBQ buffet of steaks, sausages, salads, curries, desserts and more. After the feast, PILC drew raffle prizes and sold wine bottles with the profits going to PILC’s charities. A special thank you to Jan Bremauer, guest relation manager at Pinnacle Resort, for his kind donation to the raffle. Jan managed to secure us two vouchers, to Pinnacle’s Resorts in Jomtien and Bangkok, for the raffle.

Overall, feedback from the event was very positive, with both adults and children having a great time and enjoying the event. I was asked by several children when we would do it again?!

A very big thank you to Hand to Hand and Play Around the World for their generosity, hard work,

creativity and for helping to ensure the day was a great success. Big thanks to Raegan for her wonderful organization skills, Wayne for the photography and music, PILC Committee for sourcing the raffle prizes and of course to the staff at

Pinnacle Jomtien Resort and Spa for hosting the event at their wonderful hotel and restaurant. We look forward to working with you again.

The PILC Christmas Bazaar this year will be held at the Holiday Inn on Sunday Nov. 23.

Pattaya Sports Club and Rotary upgrade the water supply

by William Macey Situated alongside the new road out of Pattaya, the brightly-colored building just to the right of the motorway is Nongprue School, home to 950 children under the age of 10.

The school opened originally as a small kindergarten, the drinking water went through a small domestic water filter which was suitable at the time for there were very few students but as the number of students increased, additional domestic filters were installed.

The amount of water consumed by 950 children overwhelmed the filters; they were totally inadequate for the purpose.

A big water bottle was introduced with water being siphoned through a small filter, but with many children having upset stomachs, which eventually affected the teachers, a new system had to be considered as urgent.

We are all aware of the importance of clean drinking water particularly here in Thailand when the temperature is approaching 100 degrees and humidity is in the high 80s but particularly for children whose bodies are still

developing. Pattaya Sports Club and Rotary Eastern Seaboard looked at the filters and agreed with everyone that something had to be done.

Within four weeks everything was agreed and a bigger, more efficient UHV filtration system was installed. An additional benefit is the availability of clean drinking water to the families of the children, generally poor, who save

a few baht by refilling a container when meeting their children at school.

Students and staff alike were happy that the water problem was solved.

American teacher Philip Delaney arranged a welcome for Pattaya Sports Club and Rotary to formally hand over the new filtration system to the school. During a delightful meal, children thanked those present, in English, for their contribution.

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Youth Focus School’s Out for Summer!

by Sandra Haeberli, Mooltripakdee International School Hello, Kids, Good News--school’s out for summer. You have had nine months of reading, writing and “rythmatic’ and now it is time to take a much needed break. Don’t you agree?

Now with summer break, some of you may be flying off to exciting faraway places. Some may be going to visit grandma and grandpa, and others just be staying home and relaxing around the swimming pool.

If you are planning to stay close to home and would like to have some extra things to do, I have a few suggestions to help keep you busy.

1. Spend a day on the beach. There are some very nice sandy beaches around Pattaya, Jomtien and Rayong. You could ask your parents

to take you and spend the day looking for seashells or building sand castles. You can then use your seashells to make a fun craft like sand handprints. These come out really neat and are great to display around your home.

To make sand handprints you will need: one large Ziplock bag, 1 ½ cups plaster of Paris, 1 cup water, seashells (collected on the beach) one small dowel rod or sturdy stick.

Please ask your parents to help you with this craft. Start by making your handprint in soft damp sand. Move your hand up and down, side to side, to make a deep print. Next arrange your seashells upside down in your handprint.

Next pour the plaster of Paris into the Ziplock bag and add the water. Close the bag and shake (not too hard) until well mixed. (You can use a small bowl instead of a bag but work fast as the plaster dries quickly). Next, pour the plaster into your handprint. Put the rod or stick into your print. You will use this as a handle. Make sure it is secure.

Let dry a few minutes. Now your print is ready. Pull it out of the sand.

2. Start a diary and record each day of your holiday. You can write about your day, what you did, who you saw, where you went, etc. Take your diary

with you if you travel. That way you can write as things are happening. Diaries are so much fun to read later.

3. Make things. Use recycled materials such as paper, cardboard, plastic bottles, etc. Be creative, use your imagination. An empty cereal box can become a house or a cave for a bat or the body of a robot.

4.Read. There are several book shops in Pattaya where you can find lots of good books on many subjects. There are also a couple of used book shops where you might find some interesting books too. Look through newspapers and magazines and try to find words that you

are familiar with. Write down any words you are unfamiliar with and look them up in the dictionary. It’s a great way to expand your vocabulary.

5. Invite your friends over to cook. You can make sandwiches, salads or pizza. Make banana or mango shakes with ice in a blender. Again, be creative. Then relax and enjoy.

Ok, I hope I have given you a few ideas to keep busy and have fun during the summer break. Try to read and write everyday so that you don’t forget too much of what you have learned during the last school year. Have a safe and exciting summer holiday. See you soon!

GIS rock concert helps charity

by Mark Beales Bands rocked Garden International School (GIS) at the annual Band Slam event.

Groups from GIS, Rayong English Programme School (REPS) and St Andrew’s International School played original songs and covers in

the Ban Chang school’s newlyrefurbished main hall. Fans cheered and danced as the musicians took to the stage, and produced some impressive

guitar solos and singing.

Judges--Dom (head of Secondary at REPS), Gill (veteran rock ‘star’) and Hyo Jung (a Grade 8 pianist who

recently finished her IB studies at GIS)--named White Jack winner of an eight-hour recording session at Karma Sound Studio in Bang Saray (www.karmasoundstudios. com). Runners-up Alphabeat and Apollo were given a fivehour session at Karma. Apollo also won the prize for best

Dramatic examination results for GIS

by Mark Beales Garden International School (GIS) students have passed their drama and communications examinations with the top scores in the region.

Around 40 students from Years 7 to 9 and two teachers took part in the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art examinations; everyone passed with either a merit or a distinction.

Among the real stars were Year 9’s Henry and Year 10’s Gear, Praw and Berenice, who all scored 90 points-highest of any students in the region.

original song.

Proceeds from hot dog sales were donated to Operation Smile, which helps children born with cleft palates. GIS has raised more than 10,000 baht for the charity, more than enough to change at least one child’s life. For more visit www. gardenrayong.com.

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You & Your Pets

Cat Corner Tip

by Dr. RJ Peters to Pattaya’s cat lovers

Does Your Pet Need to Lose Weight?

If you know that emotional eating can cause or contribute to weight gain in people, it should come as no surprise that it can do the same in animals.

While weight-loss programs for humans seldom address the emotional aspects of stress that lead to overeating, it’s virtually unheard of for animals. However, studies are showing that similar mechanisms affect them, too.

This brings up an important point: If the pleasure of eating is used as a coping strategy to minimize stress, simply reducing or restricting food intake can have disastrous consequences, whether human or animal.

People may have access to counseling or other means to handle their stress, but dogs and cats do not, perhaps because many pet owners fail to recognize that animals have feelings.

If you want an overweight pet to lose weight, you cannot simply feed them less if stress is a factor in why they overeat. Removing their coping method only adds to their stress and they could become even more interested in eating, possibly leading to food guarding behaviors, or to neurotic traits, like incessant vocalizing (barking or yowling) or destructive chewing or scratching. With cats, soiling in the house could also become a problem.

You must discover and repair the emotional problems before you can hope to succeed with a weight loss plan.

If the coping strategy of overeating is actually that of the owner, the question to ask becomes: Is that behavior being projected onto your pet? We all want our pets to be happy, but feeding them treats too often is

not the way to do it.

One weight loss technique that is especially helpful for most people is adding or increasing exercise in one’s daily routines.

Fortunately, this is an excellent way to improve one’s outlook, and it works just as well for our dogs and cats.

Someone once said if your dog is overweight, you’re not getting enough exercise. Certainly, walking your dog more often is beneficial to both of you. And while you can’t walk most cats, you certainly can play with them more often.

Dr. Peters is the author of three informative and entertaining books about household pets. They include Our Amazing Cats, and Our Amazing Cats Vol. 2, now available from Amazon Books and at www.ouramazingcats.com. Her newest book is Our Amazing Dogs.

To download ebook versions of any or all three books (about 200 baht each), go to http:// youniquesolutions. com/3Books.html.

Dr. Peters also publishes a free newsletter, The Kitty Times. To subscribe, go to: http://www. theproblemcat.com.

(Proceeds from book sales help support abandoned cats; the books help support your emotional health through their heartwarming stories.)

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There are more chickens than humans on earth?

<<< The total weight of all ants in the world is about the same as all humans?

Australia’s fluctuating kangaroo population sometimes outnumbers its human population by more than 2 to 1?

Cats for You in Pattaya

Cats for You is a great and much needed service in our area, but Paul and Sandra point out that adopting a cat or kitten is a longterm commitment with costs such as feeding and veterinary fees.

Many adopters find it’s a good idea to adopt two animals so that they can enjoy each others’ company as well as yours. Contact Paul and Sandra on 0852875004 or look at their useful website http://cats4youinpattaya.webs.com/

Robin

This little fellow was rescued by a couple of English lads who found him looking very sick and sorry for himself in South Pattaya. A quick trip to the vet showed a nasty bite wound on his leg and a severe cold. This photo was taken after just a few days on medicine and he is now well enough to go to a new home.

Holmes

This lovely tabby boy was dumped outside a kindly man’s house along with his 5 siblings. He took them in and asked us to try and find homes for them. Four of them now have new families but this one is still waiting for his new forever home.

Watson

This friendly tabby and white boy is brother to “Holmes” in the adjoining article. Just like the two fictional detectives they rarely go anywhere without each other. They would make a lovely pair for someone with room in their hearts and home for these two little bundles of fun.

Molly and the Kids

This lovely mamma cat was abandoned by her owners while pregnant. She recently gave birth to these 2 lovely kittens. They are in a temporary home now but we need to find her a permanent home urgently.

When her babies are old enough (8 weeks) we can have them back here to re-home. Meanwhile you can have the fun of watching them grow up!

Going to the Dogs...

Ever consider what our dogs must think of us? I mean, here we come back from a grocery store with the most amazing haul -- chicken, pork, half a cow. They must think we're the greatest hunters on earth!

--Anne Tyler

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Brain Tester

This week’s subject is ANIMAL WORLD 1. What does an aardvark feed on?

2. What sort of animal feeds on plants and other animals?

3. What is the only member of the giraffe family apart from the giraffe itself?

4. What are ossicles?

5. What color is a coyote’s coat?

6. What is the North American equivalent of the reindeer?

7. What name is given to a creature equally at home on land or in water?

8. What was the first animal to be domesticated?

9. Which special mouth parts inject poison into prey?

10. The llama is a relative of which African animal?

11. What is the only vertebrate capable of flying a good distance?

12. What protects a vertebrate’s nerve cord?

13. Which extinct animal means “stupid” in Portuguese?

14. What color tongue does a chow chow have?

15. Apart from the Australian mainland, the platypus is native to where?

16. True or false, the gopher makes its home underground?

17. In seven letters, what is the most intelligent land animal after man?

18. What type of apes was imported into Gibraltar in the 18th century?

19. The brown bear is also known by which name?

20. What is the only true amphibious member of the weasel family?

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